Washington's Speed on Packers' Radar

0:00It's April 4th, I'm Cory with the story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and Bill for football fans. Arkansas running back Mike Washington, Jr. is set to visit the Green Bay Packers on an official pre-draft trip ahead of the 2026 NFL. Draft. The 6 foot 1, 233-pound speedster already checked out the Atlanta Falcons and has trips lined up with the Tampa Bay. Buckeneers and Seattle Seahawks. The stands out as his blistering 4.3-340-yard dash at the NFL's scouting combine, the fastest among running backs and 8. Overall, he topped all backs and speed score too, blending that weight with elite quickness. Washington bounced between three colleges, starting at Buffalo, then New Mexico State in 2024, and Arkansas in 2025. Last year he exploded for 1066 rushing yards on 167 carries, averaging 6.7 yards with 8. Touchdowns, snagging second team all SEC honors. His five-year college sets hit 2,870 rushing yards and 26 scores, plus solid receiving

1:06numbers, but he fumbled 12 times total and struggled as a pass blocker. At the combine, he leaped 39 inches vertically, 10 feet 8 inches broad, and ran a 6.963 cone earning a 9.87 relative athletic score out of 10. Scouts like his loose hips, breakaway speed, and versatility inside or outside, though he needs more pop to match his size. Fans and analysts buzz about his traits, fitting as a rotational back. Meanwhile, the Packers rank him around 66 overall on big boards. Green Bay has Josh Jacobs locked in, resigned Chris Brooks, and still eyes third-rounder Martian Lloyd, despite injuries. They might just want eyes on Washington if he slides on day 2 or 3. Keep watching these visits as draft season heats up.