Washington cornerbacks show promise ahead of 2026 college football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Washington Huskies are looking to their young cornerback talent as they prepare for the upcoming college football season. With Tacario Davis and Ephesians Prysock leaving for the NFL, the coaching staff is optimistic about Emmanuel Karnley and Dylan Robinson, who are expected to take on starting roles. A trio of freshmen, Rahsjon Duncan, Jeron Jones, and Elijah Durr, are also vying for depth positions. Their progress during spring practice has impressed coaches, particularly with their athleticism and coverage skills. Learning the playbook and improving mentally will be crucial for these young players as they enter their first college season.
- •Emmanuel Karnley and Dylan Robinson are set to start for Washington.
- •Freshmen Duncan, Jones, and Durr are competing for depth chart spots.
- •Coaches are encouraged by the athleticism shown in spring practices.
- •The team aims to implement an aggressive defensive scheme this season.
- •Learning the playbook quickly will be essential for the newcomers.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Washington football has an abundance of young talent at cornerback
"The Washington Huskies coaching staff has very high hopes for its trio of freshman cornerbacks from the 2026 class.
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