Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden Mike Washington Jr. - 2026 NFL Draft Profile & Comparisons
Apr 9, 2026
They break down a prospect's elite combine burst and rare speed for his size. They debate vision and usage versus a high rate of zero-yard runs. Strengths and contact limitations get examined alongside receiving chops and third-down value. Pass protection and NFL comparisons to power backs are discussed before projecting likely draft range and dynasty upside.
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Explosive Athlete Who Wins Outside Runs
- Mike Washington Jr. is an elite athlete with rare combine explosiveness that translates to game speed and long runs.
- Multiple clips show him hitting the corner and outrunning defenders, with burst comparable to Adrian Peterson at the combine.
Film Examples Showing Vision And Finishing
- Josh Norris cites plays vs Memphis, Notre Dame, and Tennessee showing patience, head-nod blocking setup, and a 40-yard cutaway run for long gains.
- These clips illustrate nuance in vision and finish beyond raw combine numbers.
High Explosiveness With High Variance
- Washington posted 9.6 yards per carry when contacted beyond the line, second only to Jeremiah Love in the class.
- Yet he also had a 21.4% zero-yard run rate, the highest in the class, showing extreme play-to-play variance.