Michael Penix Jr. celebrates during an interview after the Washington Huskies defeated Texas 37-31 in the Sugar Bowl on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024 to advance to the playoffs. (Source: Screenshot - ESPN)

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Michael Penix Jr. leads Washington Huskies to 37-31 victory over Texas at Sugar Bowl

Posted on January 2, 2024January 9, 2024

by J.E. Stone

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NEW ORLEANS — The Washington Huskies, led by Michael Penix Jr., defied the odds and are headed to the College Football Playoff title next week against top-ranking Michigan State.

Penix, who has two surgically repaired knees, passed for 430 yards and two touchdowns in New Orleans on Tuesday after fending off Texas 37-31 in the Sugar Bowl to advance to the College Football Playoff title game.

The Huskies are riding a 21-game winning streak. If successful against Michigan on Monday, they could clinch their first national championship since 1991, and the Pac-12’s first title since 2004.

More on the Huskies’ victory at the Sugar Bowl and upcoming playoffs.

J.E. Stone

J.E. Stone is a contributing blogger and sports fanatic who covers daily news, and explores the intersections of pop culture and professional sports. NFL, NBA, MLB, PGA, MLS, MMA, UFC, WWE, AEW... virtually no three-letter sports brand is safe. He's also a gamer who will take any challenge. Follow him on Discord.