Episode Details

Should Jedd Fisch shake up the Washington Huskies' coaching staff for 2026? After Texas parted ways with former UW defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski and UCLA fired former outside linebackers Ikaika Malloe, the proven recruiters and elite defensive minds could bring a major boost to the Big Ten power.

Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff breaks down high-profile player development as Dezmen Roebuck, John Mills, and Rylon Dillard-Allen earn Freshman All-American honors, shining a spotlight on UW’s youthful, dynamic roster. Transfer portal needs are power-ranked, with top priorities at defensive line, cornerback, offensive line, and running back. Who could the Huskies target for wide receiver help, and how will Fisch address loss and continuity issues on both sides of the ball? 

This episode covers critical recruiting battles, depth chart shakeups, and what Washington must do to remain a Big Ten contender.

0:00 – Intro
1:20 – Should Washington consider a reunion with Pete Kwiatkowski?
4:06 – Impact of continuity and loyalty on Washington’s recruiting and future staff structure
11:35 – Addition of Desmond Roebuck as Freshman All-American, plus wide receiver room outlook
15:10 – Offensive line youth, depth, and John Mills’ recognition
17:47 – Rylon Dillard-Allen and other key young contributors on defense
21:37 – Washington transfer portal needs power rankings
29:35 – Need for experienced safety after recent departures

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