Updated: Nov. 03, 2025, 7:22 a.m.|Published: Nov. 03, 2025, 7:00 a.m.Arkansas FootballArkansas running back Mike Washington Jr. began his playing days in Utica, N.Y.AP

Arkansas senior Mike Washington Jr. has emerged as one of the best running backs in the Southeastern Conference this season.

He is third in the conference with 828 rushing yards and has six rushing touchdowns through 10 weeks of the season.

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