50 Auburn players fans need to know: Bryson Washington
After transferring from Baylor, Washington is expected to be a major part of Auburn's rushing attack
Olivia Bennett 
EDITOR’S NOTE: As we count down to the SEC Media Days on July 20, 205focus.com is spotlighting one key Auburn player each day. Today, we kick off the series with running back Bryson Washington.
Even within an impressive transfer haul this offseason, Bryson Washington stands out. After facing the Tigers last year while at Baylor, Washington brings a high level of experience and proven production to an already deep Auburn backfield.
Proven Production
Washington arrives on the Plains with a significant resume. He enjoyed a breakout 2024 season as a redshirt freshman at Baylor, racking up 1,028 yards and 12 touchdowns. He followed that up with 788 yards and six scores in 2025. Consequently, Washington enters the program holding more career rushing yards than any other running back currently on the roster.
Standing 6-feet tall and weighing 216 pounds, the Baylor transfer is a physical force. Pro Football Focus noted that during his 2024 breakout, Washington tallied 727 yards after contact, a figure that ranked eighth in the Big 12. His career average of 3.84 yards after contact per carry leads all running backs at Auburn, and he brings added value as a receiver, boasting 41 career receptions for 311 yards and two touchdowns.
A Versatile Rushing Attack
While he may not shoulder the full feature-back load he carried in Waco, Washington is slated to be a pivotal piece of the offense. He will rotate alongside Jeremiah Cobb and Nykahi Davenport, adding a bruising, physical dimension to the Tigers' ground game. While Cobb remains a leader in the room, Washington’s presence grants the coaching staff greater flexibility.
Although Washington was limited during spring practice—managing 17 yards on eight carries during the A-Day scrimmage—the coaching staff remains optimistic. As he gets healthier and fully acclimated to the system, preseason camp should provide a clearer look at his potential.
Head coach Alex Golesh emphasized that Washington was looking for a new challenge. "More than anything, the kind of kid he is, he was hungry to go play in an offense where you can run the ball," Golesh said. "Wanted to play in the SEC. Wanted to play against the best talent in the country."
