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Dantae Chin and Moses Walker named to Comeback Player of the Year watchlist

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:58 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Dantae Chin and Moses Walker named to Comeback Player of the Year watchlist

Summary

Rutgers football players Dantae Chin and Moses Walker have been placed on the Comeback Player of the Year Watchlist, announced on August 22, 2026. Both athletes missed significant playing time last season due to injuries. Chin had started two games before a lower body injury curtailed his 2025 season, while Walker went down after four starts. The award, recognizing players overcoming injuries or hardships, is a joint initiative by College Sports Communicators, The Associated Press, and the Fiesta Bowl Organization.

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By the Numbers

•Chin suffered a lower body injury last season after two games.
•Walker was injured during a game against Iowa, ending his contributions after four starts.
•Chin has 19 games of experience with six career starts.
•Walker enters 2026 with 29 games and seven starts at linebacker.
•Both players aim to prove their recovery and perform well this season.

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