Kai Puailoa-Rojas gives Navy a versatile, low-mistake slot-back spark
In the 2026 season, Kai Puailoa-Rojas is a compact, versatile Navy back who has flashed efficiency more than volume, with 3 carries for 25 yards (8.3 avg.) and 4 catches for 33 yards through the latest available stat line.[1] Navy has listed him as a senior at 6-0, 195 and noted his value as a slot-back contributor and special-teams piece, which fits the kind of Swiss-army-knife role the Midshipmen love.[2][3] The eye-catching part: he has produced without fumbling, he can catch the ball out of the backfield, and older Navy coverage has described him as one of the young slotbacks who can sell blocks and pop open in the passing game.[1][13]
