Bryson Washington News, Rumors, Updates - Baylor Bears

Bottled up in loss Washington recorded five rushes for 24 yards and gathered in 0 of 1 targets for zero yards during Tuesday's 44-31 defeat versus LSU.

Impact Washington had a breakout year in 2024 as a redshirt freshman, running for 1,028 yards and 12 touchdowns while reeling in 22 catches for 217 yards and a score. However, he was shut down against the Tigers and only logged five carries, his fewest since the first two games of the season in which he didn't play. Washington figures to be the Bears' lead tailback in 2025.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Romps for 192 yards Washington accrued 28 rushes for 192 yards and two touchdowns and caught their only target for 14 yards during Saturday's 45-17 win over Kansas.

Impact Few running backs in the FBS shared Washington's run of production over the final month of the season. Over the final four games, he accrued 624 rushing yards snd nine touchdowns on the ground, accompanied by 96 receiving yards and one touchdown through the air. He'll be a focal point of Baylor's offense next year if he stays with the program, but his prospects are bright regardless of where he ends up.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back for second half Washington (undisclosed) is on the field with the offense to begin the second half, Zach Smith of the Waco Tribune reports.

Impact Washington departed back to the locker room a bit earlier than his teammates, but it seems his injury was minor. He'll look to build on a solid first half and help the Bears pull of a win in the regular season finale.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Washington is heading back to the locker room after suffering an apparent injury in the second quarter against Kansas, Zach Smith of the Waco Tribune reports.

Impact Washington departed back to the locker room just before halftime, though the injury is currently not clear. He's had an effective half on the ground, totaling 11 carries for 63 yards. Look for Dawson Pendergrass to see an uptick in touches if Washington is unable to return for the second half.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another stellar game Washington compiled 28 rushes for 113 yards and caught their only target for one yard during Saturday's 20-10 win against Houston.

Impact Washington has been on of the most productive backs in the country over the past month, and Saturday marked his third consecutive 100-plus yard performance. Over nine games, Washington has 812 yards and 10 rushing touchdowns, accompanied by 21 receptions for 203 yards and a touchdown.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Romps for three scores Washington compiled 18 rushes for 123 yards and three touchdowns and hauled in all five targets for 59 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-35 victory against West Virginia...

Impact Baylor's offense was in perfect form against the Mountaineers, who were unable to contain Washington, a redshirt freshman who is turning heads in the conference. The running back compiled 319 rushing yards and seven touchdowns over the past two games and has reeled in one receiving touchdown during that span.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bryson Washington racks up 4 TDs as Baylor outscores West Virginia Bryson Washington’s four-touchdown day led the Baylor Bears past the West Virginia Mountaineers 49-35 on Saturday night in Morgantown, W.Va....

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Massive four-touchdown day in win Washington had 26 rushes for 196 yards and four touchdowns and hauled in 2 of 3 targets for 22 yards during Saturday's 37-34 victory versus TCU.

Impact Last week was Dawson Pendergrass' turn for a huge game, but Washington one-upped him with almost 200 yards on the ground and four touchdowns. The Bears rank 36th in the country with 1,665 rushing yards, but the individual performances of both backs give their seasonal and DFS stocks a huge boost.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bryson Washington scores 4 TDs, Baylor beats TCU 37-34 on field goal on final play

Bryson Washington had career highs with 196 yards and four touchdowns rushing, and Isaiah Hankins kicked a 33-yard field goal on the final play to give Baylor a 37-34 victory over...

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cedes production in win Washington tallied 17 rushes for 78 yards during Saturday's 38-28 victory versus Oklahoma State.

Impact Although Washington gained 78 yards on the ground, he ended the day behind Dawson Pendergrass, who surpassed the century mark in the win. The backfield has been in a timeshare all year, and while it looked like Washington was taking the lead after last week's total, the Bears showed they have equal faith in Pendergrass. Baylor's offensive scheme should allow both to continue fantasy-relevant production.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Romps for two scores in victory Washington tallied 10 rushes for 116 yards and two touchdowns and reeled in 3 of 4 targets for 24 yards during Saturday's 59-35 victory over Texas Tech.

Impact Washington strengthened his hold on the starting job after posting another excellent result, and it seems clear that the upstart freshman will be the top option in the backfield moving forward. Dawson Pendergrass shared the load with seven touches but only accrued 36 yards.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Romps for two scores in victory Washington tallied 10 rushes for 116 yards and two touchdowns and reeled in 3 of 4 targets for 24 yards during Saturday's 59-35 victory over Texas Tech.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in starting role Washington recorded 12 rushes for 106 yards and one touchdown and reeled in their only target for 23 yards during Saturday's 31-3 win over Air Force.

Impact The Bears handled Air Force with ease, led by Washington's excellent result. The redshirt freshman has jumped to the top of the pecking order in the running back room and should be seriously considered in all fantasy formats moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Air Force Washington (undisclosed) is starting at running back for Saturday's game against Air Force, Foster Nicholas of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Washington had been dealing with an injury and had been questionable to play during this matchup. The redshirt freshman running back will look to make an impact on his first start after logging just 10 snaps during throughout the first two weeks of the season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Washington (undisclosed) is "close to a return" for Baylor, Zach Smith of The Waco Tribune-Herald reports.

Impact Washington being "close to a return" confirms at least some possibility of him being available for Baylor's next game, currently scheduled against the Air Force on Sept. 14.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Washington (undisclosed) is "close to a return" for Baylor, Zach Smith of The Waco Tribune-Herald reports.

Impact Washington being "close to a return" indicates at least some possibility of him being available for Baylor's next game, currently scheduled to take place Saturday against the Air Force.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss Week 2 Washington (undisclosed) is slated to miss Baylor's Week 2 clash with Utah, Eric Kelly of KWKT Fox 44 reports.

Impact Washington missed the Bears' opener, and will now make it two straight as he'll sit out in Baylor's Big 12 opener against Utah. The redshirt freshman figured to be a rotational piece in Baylor's backfield after logging 10 carries for 45 yards last season.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Saturday Washington (undisclosed) won't play during Baylor's game versus Tarleton State on Saturday, Eric Kelly of KWKT Fox 44 reports.

Impact Washington will not be suiting up for the season opener despite being listed as a co-starter on the team's initial depth chart. In his absence, Dominic Richardson, Dawson Pendergrass and Richard Reese will handle the bulk of the workload at running back.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP vs. WVU Washington (undisclosed) did not play during Baylor's game Saturday against West Virginia.

Impact Despite his return from injury seeming imminent, Washington will have to wait until 2024 to play again. He finished 2023 with 10 carries for 45 yards across his lone game of action.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at TCU Washington (undisclosed) did not play during Baylor's game Saturday at TCU.

Impact Though considered to be nearing a return, it did not happen Saturday. Instead, Washington could be available when the Baylor team hosts West Virginia for its last regular-season game of 2023.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Baylor coach Dave Aranda indicated Monday that Washington (undisclosed) is almost ready to return and is questionable to play in Saturday's game against TCU, Parker Rehm of KWKT Fo...

Impact Washington has only two appearances this season, totaling 10 carries for 45 yards. The 6-foot running back seems more likely to play in next week's game against West Virginia.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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