The Washington Huskies showcased an outstanding performance in the 2023 season, securing the Pac-12 title with an undefeated 13-0 record.

Their outstanding performance firmly established them as one of the two unanimous selections for this year's College Football Playoff, with the Huskies securing the second seed alongside the first-seed Michigan.

This marks the Huskies' second appearance in the College Football Playoff, with their previous entry in 2016 as the fourth seed. That year, they faced Alabama in the Peach Bowl semifinal, ultimately succumbing to a 24-7 defeat.

Washington is poised to take on the third-seeded Texas Longhorns in the 2024 Sugar Bowl semifinal on January 1, 2024, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. This matchup is a rematch of the 2022 Alamo Bowl game, where Washington emerged victorious with a score of 27-20 a year ago.

The winner of this matchup will advance to the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship game, scheduled to be held on January 8, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

3 reasons the Washington Huskies will win the National Championship:

1. Huskies have an easier path to the National Championship.

The Huskies are set to encounter a familiar adversary in Texas for their semifinal matchup. Unlike the intensity anticipated in the other semifinal game, this one is expected to be less intense.

Contrastingly, the Rose Bowl game, featuring the first-seed Michigan Wolverines and fourth-seed Alabama Crimson Tide, is expected to be a high-stakes battle, given both teams' history of success.

With the national championship game just a week away from the Sugar and Rose Bowls, the Huskies can be more well-rested if they successfully take care of business.

2. Huskies' incredible offense.

The Huskies feature playmakers across their roster. Michael Penix Jr. leads this high-powered offense and is one of the finalists for the 2023 Heisman Trophy.

Penix Jr. amassed 4,218 passing yards and recorded 33 touchdowns for the Huskies, propelling the team into the national spotlight from a highly competitive conference.

Supporting the 23-year-old are standout contributors such as wide receivers Rome Odunze, Ja'Lynn Polk, and running back Dillon Johnson, each making significant impacts throughout the season.

The Huskies' offense tops the nation in passing yards per game and ranks fifth in points per game.

3. Washington is the best overall team in the CFB.

The Washington Huskies could be considered the strongest team in this year's College Football Playoff.

Star quarterback Michael Penix Jr., surrounded by some of the nation's top receivers, leads a high-powered offense that consistently keeps opposing defenses on edge.

The Huskies display a resilient demeanor, combining outstanding playmaking skills to complement their inherent toughness and composed approach.

Due to these qualities, they emerge as the most compelling choice among the final four contenders.