Chavon Wright brings compact power and volume to NIU’s backfield
In the 2025 season, Chavon Wright led Northern Illinois with 196 carries for 875 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns, giving the Huskies a tough, workhorse RB who can absorb contact and keep chains moving.[4][9][11] At 5-foot-8 and 212 pounds, he profiles as a low-center-of-gravity runner with sturdy contact balance and dependable inside-running value, though his receiving usage remained modest (8 catches for 16 yards in 2025).[1][5][9] If a team wants a physical, downhill tone-setter with proven volume, Wright is a fit; if it wants a big-play receiving threat, he’s more of a grinder than a gadget.[4][9][15]
