Four Washington Huskies named to 2026 Comeback Player of the Year watch list
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Four players from the Washington Huskies have been named to the 2026 college football Comeback Player of the Year award watch list. Wide receiver Rashid Williams, tight ends Kade Eldridge and Charlie Crowell, and running back Trey Cooley are recognized after missing significant time last season due to injuries. Williams suffered a collarbone injury while Crowell missed two consecutive seasons due to knee injuries. Eldridge played seven games last year before a foot injury ended his season. The recognition follows a strong season from quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who won the award in 2023.
- •Four Washington players named to 2026 Comeback POY watch list
- •Rashid Williams, Kade Eldridge, Charlie Crowell, and Trey Cooley included
- •All four players missed at least six games last season
- •Williams faced multiple injuries during 2025 season
- •Previous Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. won the award in 2023
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Football Has 4 Named to 2026 Comeback POY Award Watch List
"Four members of the Washington Huskies were named to the 2026 college football Comeback POY Award watch list.
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