Talented Midwest RB commits to Purdue

Rockwood (Mich.) Carlson running back Izaiah Wright has committed to Purdue.

The 5-foot-10, 200-pound Wright was in West Lafayette over the weekend. He chose to play for first-year head coach Barry Odom and his staff over the likes of Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan State, Tennessee and Wisconsin.

Wright becomes commit No. 4 for Odom and company in the 2026 class. Lamar Conard was the lead recruiter for the Boilers.

The On3 Industry tabs Wright as the No. 44 running back in the country. In nine games as a junior he rushed for 957 yards and 13 touchdowns. He broke out as a sophomore with nearly 2,000 yards on the ground and 31 scores.

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