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Makhilyn Young Vanderbilt
File RB-196 · National rank 2212 · 2027 class

Makhilyn Young

#22· Vanderbilt ·RB ·R-Sr ·2027 Draft · Midland, TX
5'10"Height 210 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
High FloorReturning Starter
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Quick Notes
Makhilyn Young is a redshirt senior running back who transferred to Vanderbilt from New Mexico State and figures into the two-deep. A high-floor back, he profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#196 RB / 1014
#2212 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Makhilyn Young — explosive complementary back (414 yds, 6 TD, 14 catches in 2025) who pairs with Alexander. A change-of-pace weapon with real burst out of the backfield.

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RB Keys 2025 · Vanderbilt
414
Rush Yds
Better than 73% of 586 RBs
6
TD
Better than 87% of 580 RBs
9
YPC
Better than 97% of 564 RBs
Recruiting
★★
Stars
#2711
National
#201
Position
#310
State
High SchoolMidland Legacy
HometownMidland, TX
Offers13 schools view →
Career Production 3 college seasons
YearTeamGPRush YdsTDYPC
2025 Vanderbilt 12 41469
2023 New Mexico State 11 19126.8
2022 New Mexico State — 1012.5
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Transfer
New Mexico State→Vanderbilt 2025
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk