Mike Washington Jr. Soars in NFL Draft

0:00It's April 4th. This is NFL News Today, your AI-powered source for everything in NFL. Arkansas running back Mike Washington, Jr. is heating up right before the NFL draft. He just wrapped a visit with the Atlanta Falcons and has three more lined up, Green Bay Packers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Seattle Seahawks. His stock is climbing fast after a strong showing at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, putting him in second round talks. He's now the third ranked running back prospect according to ESPN analysts, field yates, and Matt Miller. That time and couldn't be better as teams stock up on talent. Folks love his top-end speed and acceleration, even if his first step isn't the quickest. He sees the field well and runs aggressive. Still, he needs to cut down turnovers and step up as a pass protector to thrive in the pros. Last year at Arkansas, he ran for 1,070 yards and 8 touchdowns on 167 carries, plus 28 catches four, 200, 106 yards, and one score.

1:03Over five college seasons and 51 games, that's 2,914 rushing yards, 26 touchdowns on 500, 87 carries, and 73 receptions for 470 yards with three scores. The Seahawks look like a prime fit with their 32nd overall pick, maybe trading back for more ammo. Their backfield as thin was Zack Sharbinay's sideline much of next season, so grabbing Washington around pick 64 could make him an instant. Starter and rookie standout. Keep watching this rise.