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Jedd Fisch names freshman OLB starter following Washington's mock game

Jedd Fisch revealed that freshman outside linebacker Ramzak Fruean earned a starting spot following a strong fall camp.

In Saturday night's mock game, it was clear that freshman outside linebacker Ramzak Fruean would be starting for the Washington Huskies, according to coach Jedd Fisch. Fruean, a four-star recruit from Bethel High School, has shown incredible athleticism throughout the spring and fall camps, earning the attention of his entire coaching staff.

Defensive coordinator Ryan Walters has been impressed by Fruean's pass rush, particularly his sack during the scrimmage. Fruean's growth has been remarkable, with outside linebackers coach Aaron Van Horn stating that the freshman takes his role seriously and has made significant strides in both his football knowledge and on-field performance.

The defensive line, led by Jacob Lane, Russell Davis II, Derek Colman-Brusa, and Darin Conley, has been consistently productive, with Lane and Fruean expected to lead a resurgent pass rush that finished 12th in the Big Ten last season with 24 sacks.

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