
Explosive former Husky turned slot weapon
In the 2001 season, Paul Arnold was a matchup problem for Washington after switching from tailback to wide receiver, earning All-Pac-10 honorable mention and averaging 3.9 catches and 59 receiving yards per game; his speed and running-back background made him dangerous after the catch and tough to bring down. Washington’s own profile praised his breakout potential, open-field toughness, and big-play ability, while ESPN’s preseason preview called him a natural at receiver but noted route-running still needed polish. If you want a versatile, high-effort playmaker with juice, Arnold fit the bill.