What's your biggest strength as a player, and how does it show up in games?
My mental resilience is my greatest strength. During my freshman year, I played only one football game before breaking my right wrist, which ended my season. The injury forced me to relearn simple everyday tasks. Entering the 2025 season, I set a goal to become one of the top-ranked players in my conference. Through dedication I accomplished that goal.
What are you working to improve right now?
My goal coming into 2025 was to become one of the top-ranked players in my conference. Coming into 2026 I want to be the best player in my conference. I am currently working on my speed, power and overall football knowledge.
What are you looking for in a college program?
In a college program, I am looking for stability in the coaching staff, outstanding facilities, and a winning culture. I want to be part of a program where the coaches are committed to developing their players both on and off the field.
Outside of your sport, what should coaches know about you?
Coaches should know I come from a close, supportive family. I have grown tremendously as a leader in the past 2 years at Waukesha West high school. I have participated in multiple programs and activities including being a member of the Student Council, Culinary Arts club and the Black Student Union.
What do you want to study, and what career interests you?
I am torn between my love of mechanical engineering and sports management. I would like a career in building robots or managing athletes.
Expert Analysis
Michael
Washington IIIRB/DB
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
190
HS
Waukesha West
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WI
Running Through Week 6: Standout RBs of the Week
Stat Line: 17 Carries, 131 Yards, 2 TDs Wow Michael has made huge strides since 2025. The 5’9″...
Written by Mark Johnson
Michael
Washington IIIRB/DB
Class
2028
Height
5'9"
Weight
190
HS
Waukesha West
|
WI
Wisconsin 8th Grade (Class of 2028) Watchlist – May 2024
Projection: Rankable in state/class As of May 2024, on film, Michael Washington III is very close to becoming...
Written by Alan Popadines
Mark Johnson | Prep Redzone Scout
Mark Johnson
Prep Redzone Lead Scout
Stat Line: 17 Carries, 131 Yards, 2 TDs
Wow Michael has made huge strides since 2025. The 5’9″ 190 lbs RB is an impressive athlete playing with a great blend of explosive athleticism and power. Right from the start of the highlights you see his explosive jukes and jump cuts teleporting him to green grass. At the same time we see those runs end with him running extremely angry and with next level contact balance. From there we see a great example of patience and then acceleration through the hole, again ending with a great look at his power through the finish. I love this kid’s motor and competitive drive. Get him on your radars. He is going to be a riser for us.
As of May 2024, on film, Michael Washington IIIMichaelWashington III
5'9" | 190 lbs | RB/DB
Waukesha West | 2028 StateWI
is very close to becoming one of the upper echelon kids in this 2028 Wisconsin class. A Running Back that separates himself from the pack once he starts rolling in open field. Has that extra gear that the all fast Running Backs have, it just takes him a few steps to get up to full speed. Also runs track and and plays basketball.