Wayne Knight named Doak Walker Award candidate by UCLA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
UCLA Bruins running back Wayne Knight has been named a candidate for the 2026 Doak Walker Award, recognizing the best college running back. Knight, a transfer from James Madison, has an impressive record, including 1,373 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns last season. He joins UCLA in its effort to compete in the Big Ten under head coach Bob Chesney. The winner of the Doak Walker Award will be announced live on ESPN's College Football Awards Show on Dec. 10. Knight aims to become the first UCLA player to win the award since 2012.
- •Wayne Knight transferred from James Madison to UCLA before the 2026 season.
- •He broke James Madison's single-season record for all-purpose yards with 2,039.
- •Knight was a finalist for the Hornung Award and named Second Team All-American.
- •The award winner will be announced on Dec. 10, 2026.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — UCLA star named as 2026 Doak Walker Award candidate
"The 2026 Doak Walker Award watch list included UCLA Bruins running back Wayne Knight.
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