
Dylan Paine brings burst, compact power, and red-zone value to the Cougars
Paine is a compact Washington State running back who has shown efficient short-yardage production when healthy, scoring 3 rushing touchdowns on just 49 career carries through the 2024 season and posting 5.2 yards per carry overall. His best trait is quick, decisive running with enough speed to pop chunk gains, backed by 2024 launch ratings that grade him well in acceleration and speed. The big caveat is availability: he missed the rest of the 2024 season with a torn ACL, so his fit depends on how fully he rebounds from injury and whether he can recapture his high-effort, physical style.






