Jaylen Middleton brings power and payoff touches to HCU’s backfield
In the 2026 season, Jaylen Middleton has already flashed as a compact, physical runner for Houston Christian, scoring a 1-yard touchdown in the Huskies’ win over SE Louisiana and logging 9 rushing yards on 4 carries in that game, while the team’s cumulative stats show a run-first identity that can suit a back who thrives on tough yards[7][11][14]. At 6-foot, 208 pounds, the junior from Houston has the build to absorb contact and push the pile, making him a fit for a team that wants dependable inside running and short-yardage finish—less flashy, more useful, which is exactly what good football often needs[4][9].
