Sophomore Wayshawn Parker ‘Battling For RB1 Spot’ With Utah Football
Jul 23, 2025, 3:46 PM
PULLMAN, WA - AUGUST 31: Washington State Cougars running back Wayshawn Parker (21) breaks away with the ball during the game between the Portland State Vikings and the Washington State Cougars on August 31, 2024, at Martin Stadium in Pullman, WA. (Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
(Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Wayshawn Parker traded Washington State crimson for University of Utah crimson following a stellar freshman campaign.
The true sophomore running back makes an appearance on the KSL Sports Zone Hans & Scotty 2025 60 in 60 watchlist ahead of his first season in Salt Lake.
“Wayshawn Parker transferred in mid-year after an outstanding season at Washington State,” Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham said.
Whittingham confirmed Parker is firmly in the mix for a chance to start at running back alongside QB Devon Dampier.
“We’re excited about what he brings to the table,” Whittingham said. “He is battling right now for that RB1 spot. He did a really good job in spring. We need him to pick up where he left off in fall camp.”
Parker gained 735 yards and scored four touchdowns, averaging 61.3 yards per game and 5.4 yards per carry. He added 11 receptions for 108 yards and a score.
About Utah’s Wayshawn Parker
The 5’10, 206-pound tailback was rated a three-star prospect by 247Sports.com coming out of Grant Union High School in California. Parker was a three-sport prep star, also competing in basketball and track.
Parker ran for 1,907 yards and scored 24 touchdowns as a prep senior.
He attended Washington State as a freshman and became the Pac-12’s Freshman ‘Top Performer’ in 2024.
Excited to see what Wayshawn Parker can do behind our Oline 😮💨
— Tyrell (@iiTzz_Tyrell) July 20, 2025
Parker saw action in all 12 games, making seven starts for the Cougars. His first 100-yard performance included a 75-yard touchdown run against Utah State.
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