Makhilyn Young

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