Big Ten · Seattle, WA
University of Washington Scheme Analysis
Offensive and defensive schemes, concepts, and tendencies for the Huskies football program.
Coaching Staff
Jedd FischHead Coach
View Profile →Jimmie DoughertyOffensive Coordinator
Ryan WaltersDefensive Coordinator
Offensive System
Shanahan Zone Scheme
Key Traits
zone runningplay actiondual threat qb
Primary Concepts
- Outside Zone
- Play-Action Bootleg
- Horizontal Stress
Analysis Notes
Influenced by Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay systems. Mike Shanahan-style zone run blocking. Four running threats key to success. Demond Williams threatens defense with mobility every play.
Related Schemes in Playbook
Defensive System
Multiple 5-2/3-4
Key Traits
multiple frontsdisguisedphysical
Primary Concepts
- 5-Down Fronts
- Cover 1
- Multiple Looks
Analysis Notes
Ryan Walters scheme shifts from 3-4 to 5-2 at regular intervals. Uses 5-1-5 look. Two corners over 6'4" (Prysock, Davis) enable lots of Cover 1. Allowed just 18.7 ppg in 2025. Nine wins in 2025.
Research Sources
- https://www.uwdawgpound.com/2024/3/11/24064417/breaking-down-the-fisch-carroll-offense-uw-washington-huskies-football
- https://www.footballscoop.com/2025/08/07/intriguing-new-coordinators-ryan-walters-washington-jedd-fisch-best-defensive-coordinator
Last researched: 12/23/2025