HARRISON WAYLEE NEWS

Limited work in loss Waylee accrued eight carries for 15 yards in Friday's 24-10 loss to Colorado State.

Impact After running the ball 27 times for 170 yards last week, Waylee couldn't distinguish himself in a crowded backfield Friday -- three backs saw at least six carries. The senior Waylee has certainly demonstrated some explosive ability in the past, though it'll be difficult to rely on the Wyoming backfield down the stretch with tough matchups versus Boise State and Washington State to close out the regular season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Big day in return Waylee posted 27 carries for 170 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 49-45 win over New Mexico.

Impact The Cowboys certainly didn't waste any getting Waylee involved in his first game this season. With Sam Scott (undisclosed) unavailable, the senior Waylee led Wyoming with 27 touches while posting his highest yardage total since Week 5 last season, when he ran for 191 yards (also against New Mexico). Even if Scott does return following a bye in Week 12 versus Colorado State, Waylee should still see a substantial workload.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

In line to start Waylee (knee) is in line to start for Wyoming, 7220 Sports reports.

Impact Waylee hasn't played yet this season, and it was announced earlier in the year that he's going to take a redshirt. Still, he's expected to suit up for the first time this fall and should lead the way for the Cowboys in the backfield.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Waylee (knee) is expected to play Saturday against New Mexico, Alex M. Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact This is not the first time Waylee has been close to returning to play only to remain sidelined, but based on how his injury has progressed, it seems the running back could make his season debut Saturday. If that's the case, then Sam Scott would likely see a reduction of touches in the backfield.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not dressed Saturday Waylee (knee) isn't in uniform for Saturday's game versus Utah State, Anthony Dion of the Casper Star-Tribune reports.

Impact Waylee was considered questionable to make his season debut for the Cowboys this week, but it appears the star back will be sidelined for at least one more Saturday. Waylee will get another opportunity to rejoin the action next Saturday versus New Mexico.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

May return Saturday Waylee (knee) could return to the field for Saturday's game versus Utah State, Wyo Sports reports.

Impact Waylee has yet to appear in a game this season after undergoing surgery on his knee in August. The senior rushed for 947 yards and five touchdowns last season, so his potential return would be a big boost for the Cowboys.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to be available Waylee (knee) is not expected to be available during Wyoming's game Saturday against Utah State, Cody Tucker of 7220Sports.com reports.

Impact Waylee not being expected to be available is a huge letdown considering his previous update back in September. However, there is a chance he can play again this season, albeit while trying to redshirt 2024.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to return vs. Utah State Waylee will likely make his return against Utah State, Alex Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact Waylee has yet to play this season, and it was previously reported that the tailback would take 2024 as a redshirt year. However, that means he can still appear in four games, and now it seems as if he'll make his debut against the Aggies in Week 9.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Will only play four games in 2024 Waylee will be limited to four games this season in order to preserve his redshirt status, Alex Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact Waylee hasn't played in any game yet this season, and it remains unclear when he will see the field as those four games will reportedly be determined down the line. The tailback underwent surgery this August and was slated to miss some time, but now Waylee will officially take a redshirt year.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to undergo surgery Waylee is set to undergo knee surgery and will miss time, though head coach Jay Sawvel believes he won't miss the entire season, according to Alex Taylor of WyoSports.

Impact Waylee will undergo surgery to get a scope on his left knee, and a more established timetable for his return will be determined following the procedure. Waylee rushed for a career-high 947 yards in 2023, and in his absence, Jamari Ferrell, Sam Scott and DJ Jones are all slated to have more prominent roles, with Ferrell likely assuming the starting role.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Waylee posted 11 carries for 70 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 42-9 win over Hawaii.

Impact Waylee made the most of his limited workload in Saturday's blowout victory, averaging 6.4 yards per carry while punching in a 28-yard touchdown, his first score since Week 5. The junior running back is up to 785 yards with four touchdowns on eight carries heading into Wyoming's regular-season finale against Nevada.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Big day vs. CSU Waylee had 29 carries for 128 yards and hauled in his only target for 12 yards during Friday's 24-15 win over Colorado State.

Impact Waylee was limited to just 10 carries last week following his return from a lower-body injury. He appeared to be back to full health this week, however, topping 100 yards for the fourth time this year on a season-high 29 carries. Waylee, a junior transfer from NIU, is up to 686 yards with three touchdowns through six games on the campaign.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

10 carries in return Waylee (lower body) registered 10 carries for 18 yards in Saturday's game against Boise State. He also registered one catch for one yard.

Impact Waylee has 85 carries for 558 yards and three touchdowns in his five appearances this season, but unfortunately for him, he couldn't deliver another big game against the Broncos. Expect Waylee to continue leading the backfield against Colorado State on Week 10.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dressed and warming as expected Waylee (lower body) is dressed and participating in warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus Boise State, Alex Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact Waylee indicated Thursday that he will play, so his participation in warmups isn't particularly surprising. Waylee has 75 carries for 540 yards and three touchdowns in his four appearances this season and will aim to put up another big game versus the Broncos.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Says he'll play Saturday Waylee (lower body) indicated Thursday that he will play Saturday against Boise State, Alex Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact A report earlier in the week indicated Waylee would be back in action Saturday, and this report furthers that notion. The junior has four games under his belt this season, racking up 75 carries for 540 yards and three touchdowns in those contests.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable at Boise State Waylee (lower body) is probable for Wyoming's game Saturday at Boise State, Alex Taylor of WyoSports reports.

Impact With the bye week, Waylee's availability status has improved from questionable to provide. The improvement betters Waylee's chances of preventing a multi-game absence caused by his lower-body injury. He has 75 carries for 540 yards and three touchdowns across 2023.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Wyoming Waylee announced Monday via his personal Twitter account that he's transferring to Wyoming.

Impact Waylee turned in his best season yet in 2022 with Northern Illinois, rushing for 899 yards on 5.4 yards per carry and five scores, and he also collected 17 receptions for 119 yards over 11 contests. He'll set his sights on making an impact with his new program heading into 2023.

DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Northern Illinois runs over Eastern Michigan 39-10 behind Harrison Waylee's 158-yard day Harrison Waylee ran for 158 yards and a TD, Antario Brown added two scoring runs and Northern Illinois beat Eastern Michigan 39-10 on Saturd...

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Despite Harrison Waylee's 230-yard, 3-TD game, Northern Illinois blows a 17-point halftime lead in a 44-38 loss to Ball State in double OT Harrison Waylee ran for 230 yards and 3 touchdowns, but Northern Illinois blew a 17-point halftime lead and lost to Ball State 44-38 in doub...

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Runs for 230 against Ball State Waylee had 30 carries for 230 yards and three touchdowns, along with one catch, on Saturday against Ball State.

Impact Waylee has taken back the lead back role for the Huskies, with 65 carries over the last three games to 16 for Antario Brown. He belongs in appropriate fantasy lineups next week against Toledo.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tops 60 yards vs. Kentucky Waylee had 18 carries for 63 yards on Saturday night against Kentucky.

Impact Waylee has re-asserted himself as Northern Illinois' lead back, with 35 carries over the last two games. As long as he's seeing more work than Antario Brown, he has some automatic fantasy value.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does little on 17 carries vs. Vandy Waylee 52 yards on a team-high 17 carries, with one catch for negative yardage, against Vanderbilt on Saturday.

Impact Waylee has a least 14 carries in two of three games this season, but he is (or should be) in danger of losing work to Antario Brown. A tough matchup is also coming next week against Kentucky.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active for spring practice Waylee (arm) was active during spring practices for Northern Illinois, Eddie Carifio of Shaw Local News Network reports.

Impact Waylee appeared in five games during the 2021 season, logging 101 carries for 574 yards and a touchdown. The 5-foot-10 sophomore was on track for an amazing season-rushing total before suffering an injury in week five. Waylee is back and active for the Huskies in spring practice and will look to continue his efficient collegiate career in 2022.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice vs. Wyoming Waylee had 26 carries for 179 yards and two touchdowns, along with one catch for six yards, Saturday against Wyoming.

Impact Waylee has set a career-high for rushing yards in successive games to start the season, totaling 323 yards with three touchdowns. A tough matchup is coming next week against Michigan though.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nears 150 rush yards vs. GT Waylee had 27 carries for a career-high 144 yards and a touchdown against Georgia Tech on Saturday night.

Impact Waylee was the clearly the Huskies' lead back, and the best thing going offensively in the season opener. He's worthy of fantasy starter consideration next week against Wyoming.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE