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As the 2024 college football season nears its conclusion, Louisville and Washington will face off in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. This game provides both teams with an opportunity to end their season on a high.
Louisville, led by coach Jeff Brohm, comes into the game with an 8-4 overall record and a 5-3 mark in ACC play. The Cardinals’ successful campaign saw 12 players earn spots on the All-ACC Team. Wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks secured First-Team honors while running back Isaac Brown was named Offensive and Overall Rookie of the Year.
The Washington Huskies, transitioning to the Big Ten this season, finished at 6-6, including a 4-5 record in conference play under coach Jedd Fisch. Washington showcased dominance at home with a perfect 6-0 record.
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This Sun Bowl matchup marks the first meeting between the Cardinals and the Huskies.
How to Watch Louisville vs. Washington Game
The Sun Bowl, between Louisville and Washington, will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, and will be broadcast on CBS.
Here’s what you need to know:
Time: 2 p.m. ET
Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Stadium: Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas
TV Channel: CBS
Live Stream: Fubo and Paramount+
In their last outing, Louisville secured a convincing 41-14 victory over Kentucky, with Tyler Shough passing for 128 yards. Isaac Brown shone with 178 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while Chris Bell added 84 receiving yards.
Meanwhile, Washington suffered a 49-21 loss to Oregon. Freshman quarterback Demond Williams Jr. threw for 201 yards and one touchdown, while Giles Jackson caught six passes for 69 yards and a score.
Who will be the starting QB for Louisville vs. Washington?
Louisville will rely on redshirt junior Harrison Bailey as their starting quarterback for the Sun Bowl. Following Pierce Clarkson’s transfer and Tyler Shough’s decision to opt out.
Bailey, originally a five-star recruit ranked as the No. 2 pro-style quarterback by Rivals in 2020, began his college career at Tennessee. After limited success there and a subsequent transfer to UNLV, he joined Louisville.
Bailey appeared in four games during the 2024 season, completing all eight of his passes for 63 yards.
Who will be the starting QB for Washington vs. Louisville?
Freshman quarterback Demond Williams Jr. will start for Washington in the Sun Bowl. Head coach Jedd Fisch confirmed his decision earlier in December, highlighting Williams Jr.’s readiness to take charge.
Williams Jr., who followed Fisch to Washington from Arizona, has shown promise during his first year. In 2024, he accumulated 570 passing yards with four touchdowns, no interceptions, and an impressive QBR of 83.5.
His accuracy has been notable, with a completion rate of 85.0% in Washington’s last game against Oregon.
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