The sixth edition of the Heart of Dallas Bowl featured the Washington Huskies of the Pac-12 Conference against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles of Conference USA.
[5] Washington Huskies defeated the University of Southern Mississippi 44–31.
The game featured the Washington Huskies against the Southern Miss Golden Eagles.
After finishing their regular season 6–6, bowl director Brant Ringler extended an invitation for the Huskies to play in the game, which they accepted.
[6] After finishing their season 9–4, Olivas extended an invitation for the Golden Eagles to play in the game, which they accepted as well.