Kenyon Clay
Running Back · #5
Position
RB
Height
6'1"
Weight
223 lbs
Class
Senior
School
Ark. State
Jersey
#5
2026 Season
2026 Game Log
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Result | CAR | YDS | AVG | LNG | TD | REC | REC YDS | REC LNG | REC TD | TOT YDS | TOT TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 5 | @ Memphis | L 24-42 | 13 | 50 | 3.8 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 85 | 75 | 1 | 135 | 2 |
| 2 | Sep 12 | University of West Georgia | W 52-7 | 12 | 49 | 4.1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 53 | 1 |
| 3 | Sep 19 | @ TCU | L 31-7 | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 6 | Oct 8 | vs University of South Alabama | L 56-49 | 4 | 10 | 2.5 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 19 | 12 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| Season Total | 31 | 114 | 3.7 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 108 | 75 | 1 | 232 | 3 | |||
Career Highlights
College Rushing
Rushing Stats
| School | Yr | CAR | YDS | AVG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USM | 2022 | 21 | 46 | 2.2 | 2 |
| USM | 2023 | 40 | 179 | 4.5 | 1 |
| USM | 2024 | 84 | 387 | 4.6 | 7 |
| Arkansas State | 2025 | 139 | 523 | 3.8 | 3 |
| Arkansas State | 2026 | 31 | 114 | 3.7 | 2 |
| Total | — | 315 | 1249 | 4 | 15 |
College Receiving
Receiving Stats
| School | Yr | REC | YDS | AVG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USM | 2022 | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 0 |
| USM | 2023 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| USM | 2024 | 21 | 225 | 10.2 | 1 |
| Arkansas State | 2025 | 37 | 205 | 5.5 | 3 |
| Arkansas State | 2026 | 6 | 108 | 18 | 1 |
| Total | — | 65 | 552 | 8.5 | 5 |
Vision & Burst
Scout Grade
Elite ability to read blocks and accelerate through the hole. Consistently makes the first defender miss.
Pass Protection
Scout Grade
Reliable in pass pro. Identifies blitzes quickly and shows willingness to engage edge rushers.
Receiving
Scout Grade
61 career receptions out of the backfield. Comfortable route runner with reliable hands.
Career
Career Numbers
| Season | CAR | YDS | AVG | LNG | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 — USM | 21 | 46 | 2.2 | 13 | 2 |
| 2023 — USM | 40 | 179 | 4.5 | 28 | 1 |
| 2024 — USM | 84 | 387 | 4.6 | 70 | 7 |
| 2025 — Arkansas State | 139 | 523 | 3.8 | 30 | 3 |
| 2026 — Arkansas State | 31 | 114 | 3.9 | 10 | 2 |
| Career Total | 315 | 1249 | 4 | 70 | 15 |
High School
Union High School
2018–19
2019–20
2020–21
2021–22 *
6 games — high ankle sprainRush Yds
1358
Carries
162
Pass Yds
683
Points
158
* 2021–22: 6 games played due to high ankle sprain
Film Room
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Football
2026 Media Day
Family
Son of Sacifice
Faith
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