Micah Avery brings speed and versatility to Portland State’s backfield
Avery is a **redshirt sophomore RB** who played in eight games in 2025 as a backup and special-teams contributor, flashing efficiency with **10 carries for 42 yards** and a season-best **34 yards at Idaho**. His biggest differentiator is athleticism: he also runs track for Portland State, with verified times of **6.99 in the 60m** and **10.98 in the 100m**, which hints at real open-field burst. He also brings a high-floor profile off the field, earning Academic All-Big Sky honors and President’s List recognition, making him a fit for teams valuing speed, effort, and reliability.
