Shuffling in UW's running back squad under fresh coach Scottie Graham
Washington Huskies' Running Back Situation Shines for 2025 Season
The Washington Huskies are gearing up for an exciting 2025 season, boasting a strong and versatile running back room led by Jonah Coleman, a 2024 third-team All-Big Ten selection who has returned for his senior year [1].
Jonah Coleman, the clear starter, had 20 carries in the two games Demond Williams Jr. started last season, with a season-high 11 against Oregon and a low of nine versus Louisville [2]. Coleman is supported by a deep and talented group, including Adam Mohammed and Jordan Washington as primary backups, with Julian McMahan and Quaid Carr providing depth in the rotation [3].
The Huskies' offensive strategy is bolstered by Demond Williams Jr.'s role, particularly through read-option plays. Williams' ability to make plays on these reads adds an impactful dimension to Washington's offense, providing unpredictability and flexibility that complement the running backs' efforts [5].
Adam Mohammed, listed at 6-0, 215 pounds, had 42 carries during the past season and will be UW's undisputed second tailback in 2025 [4]. Quaid Carr, a freshman running back from Servite High in Anaheim, Calif., has impressed during his short time on Montlake and received consistent repetitions with the second-team offense [7].
Jimmie Dougherty, the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach, noted that there were times where Demond Williams Jr. could have benefited from cleaning up reads during read-option plays [6]. However, Dougherty views the backfield duo as a significant asset, capable of creating a lot of big plays [8].
Demond Williams Jr.'s tendency to keep the ball on read-option runs contributed to the disparity in rushing attempts between him and Jonah Coleman. Williams felt that teams were expecting read-option runs when he entered the game, potentially limiting the play's effectiveness [9].
The biggest question facing UW's running backs entering the 2025 season might be how many times they're actually able to run the ball [10]. To address this, Scottie Graham, the running backs coach, has been focusing solely on the upcoming season since August [6].
Scottie Graham and the Huskies completed their 13th practice of fall camp at the Dempsey Indoor Center. A short practice was held on a rainy Friday morning, with a mock game scheduled for Saturday at Husky Stadium [1]. The practice mainly consisted of positional drills and special teams work with limited scrimmage opportunities [1].
Back up running backs Adam Mohammed and Jordan Washington are favored kick returners, with Carr also getting some opportunities in that role [4]. The Huskies' special teams and return game are an additional strength for the team, adding to their overall game strategy.
In summary, the Huskies enter 2025 with a loaded running back room led by Jonah Coleman, supported by a deep and talented group, and enhance their ground attack and offensive versatility through Demond Williams Jr.’s impactful read-option plays which strengthen their overall game strategy [3][5][4].
- The Seattle Mariners, another notable sports team from Seattle, are also poised for an exciting season with their strong lineup in American-football.
- Football fans in Seattle have plenty to look forward to, with both the Seahawks and the University of Washington Huskies offering promising seasons in football and American-football respectively.
- Backup running backs such as Adam Mohammed and Jordan Washington, among others, are not just crucial to the Huskies' running game, but could also make significant impacts in the Mariners' overall game strategy, such as kick returns.
- The NCAA Football scene in Seattle is buzzing with enthusiasm, given the Washington Huskies' strong running back situation and the Seahawks' beloved American-football team, creating a vibrant sports atmosphere in the city.
