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Wayne Knight is a running back who transferred to UCLA for the 2026 season after four years at James Madison University. The 5'7", 193-pound native of Smyrna, Delaware had a breakout 2025 campaign, recording 207 carries for 1,373 rushing yards and nine touchdowns while adding 40 receptions for 397 yards and one touchdown. He set a JMU school record with 2,039 all-purpose yards, earned Second Team All-American honors from AP, Sports Illustrated, USA TODAY, and recruiting services, and was named Sun Belt Championship Game MVP. Knight also finished as a Paul Hornung Award finalist. From Smyrna HS · Smyrna, DE.

Wayne Knight appeared in 14 of 14 games in 2025.

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