#22 Makhilyn Young Season 2025-26

NIL on Opendorse

Prior to Vandy
• Spent two seasons at New Mexico State (2022-23)
• Played in 11 games for the Aggies last season
• Ran 28 times for 191 yards and two touchdowns
• Scored on a 31-yard rush against Western Illinois
• Ran six times for 52 yards and a touchdown in win over Auburn, NMSU’s first-ever win over an SEC opponent
• Made four tackles on special teams
• Appeared in two games as a true freshman in 2022

The Young File
• Rated a three-star prospect by On3, 247Sports and ESPN out of high school
• Slotted the No. 103 player in Texas and No. 42 running back in his class by On3
• Competed at Midland Legacy High School (formerly Midland Lee)
• Ran for 2,125 yards and 36 touchdowns as a senior, adding 26 catches for 389 yards and two scores
• Totaled 1,542 yards on 151 carries and 21 touchdowns as a sophomore
• Son of Latoya, has two siblings, MyLeah and Makayla