Maxwell Woods impresses in Washington State's running back rotation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:01 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
College SportsMaxwell Woods has emerged as a key player in Washington State's running back room, contributing significantly to the Cougars' offense in their recent game against FCS Duquesne. He recorded 116 rushing yards on 11 carries, showcasing speed and agility. This performance propelled Woods to a total of 153 yards on 20 carries for the season, placing him among the top 20 nationally for tailbacks with at least 20 carries. His development comes under new head coach Kirby Moore, who is shifting the team's offensive approach. As Woods gains traction, he could see an expanded role as he balances responsibilities with fellow running back Kirby Vorhees.
- •Woods led with 116 rushing yards against Duquesne.
- •He averages 7.7 yards per carry this season.
- •WSU rushed for 316 yards, the most since 2006.
- •Woods was a three-star recruit previously committed to North Dakota State.
- •He could earn a larger role in the Cougars' offense moving forward.
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — How WSU's Maxwell Woods has emerged so quickly in the Cougars' running back room
"Sep. 22—PULLMAN — Mostly, Maxwell Woods misses Culver's. He may be starring in Washington State's running back room, helping the Cougars record oodles of yards in their first win of the season last weekend, but he's a Midwest kid at heart. So a couple weekends ago, when WSU was in the Midwest to take on Kansas State, the burger chain was on his mind. Manhattan has had one for a few years. But ...
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