Washington State transfer RB Wayshawn Parker commits to Utah

Washington State Cougars transfer running back Wayshawn Parker is taking his talents to Utah, committing to join the Utes via the NCAA Transfer Portal, he announced via Instagram.

Parker played high school football at Elk Grove Charter (CA) SCHOOL, where he was a three-star prospect. He was the No. 1255 overall recruit in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

During his lone season with the Cougars, Parker amassed 735 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 137 carries, adding 11 receptions for 108 receiving yards and a touchdowns, as well. He’ll be hoping to deliver numbers on-par with his performance at Washington State when he joins Utah in 2025.

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As he joins Utah for the 2025 campaign, Parker will be looking to add to an offense helmed by quarterback Isaac Wilson, who announced he will return to the program. Wilson previously announced his intention to leave via the NCAA transfer portal. A few days later, Wilson changed his mind and will continue to play for the Utes moving forward.

Per the On3 Transfer Portal Industry Rankings, Wilson was the No. 189 ranked player to enter during the cycle. Looking specifically at quarterback, he was at No. 23. His name will soon be out of the portal following this announcement.

Wilson just wrapped up his true freshman season, seeing a good chunk of playing time. He threw for 1,510 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in nine appearances. An injury was present throughout most of the year, something head coach Kyle Whittingham mentioned ahead of the in-state rivalry showdown against BYU.

“He’s been pretty banged up this year,” Whittingham said. “He’s a tough kid and wants to be out there. So, if you’re out there, you’ve got to play him.”

He wound up missing the BYU game before returning to face Colorado and Iowa State. The hope moving forward is that Wilson can stay healthy for the entire season.

Wilson played high school football at Draper (UT) Corner Canyon, where he was a four-star prospect. He was the No. 264 overall recruit in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

On3’s Griffin McVeigh contributed to this article.