Caden Knighten

High School: Standout running back out of Oklahoma’s Pauls Valley High School and coached by Dusty Raper … A four-star recruit by On3, ranked as the seventh-best recruit in Oklahoma and the 27th best running back nationally … In 2024, rushed for 1,883 yards and added 617 receiving yards, totaling 38 touchdowns … As a sophomore, rushed for 2,278 yards and 35 TDs, also throwing for 820 yards and nine scores … A three-star prospect by 247sports, who is ranked as the seventh-best recruit in Oklahoma and the 24th best running back nationally … A three-star prospected by ESPN and Rivals … “He’s an unbelievable talent. But what had jumped out at me … he’s been a great teammate and a great leader,” Raper said. “At team camp and stuff, if other guys were making plays, he was super excited. He’s a willing blocker, and he does all the little things right.” …The Oklahoma 2-A 100m state champion as a sophomore, running 10.95 in May of 2023. Personal: Son of Tony and Maleaha Knighten. Skip Ad