HUGE BOOST: Huskies Add Mysterious WR Transfer who Would Shake Up the Offense – Who Is He?

Washington has seen its fair share of standout wide receivers in recent seasons, with players like Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan, and Ja’Lynn Polk making waves. Now, the Huskies hope to add another name to that list: Omari Evans. The 6-foot, 189-pound wide receiver from Penn State announced on social media that he will transfer to Washington for the 2025 season.

Evans has one year of eligibility left after spending the last three seasons with the Nittany Lions. His experience will be crucial for a young UW receiving corps, especially after the sudden departure of five-star prospect Johntay Cook II in mid-January.

During the 2024 season, Evans caught 21 passes for 415 yards and five touchdowns, contributing to Penn State’s run to the College Football Playoff semifinals. He played in 16 games, starting six, and entered the transfer portal shortly after the Nittany Lions’ 27-24 loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl.

Over his three years at Penn State, Evans totaled 30 catches for 564 yards and seven touchdowns. A native of Killeen, Texas, Evans was a three-star recruit in the 2022 class and chose Penn State over offers from several programs, including Vanderbilt, Arkansas, and Baylor.

Evans saw immediate action as a freshman, playing in all 13 games, and became a key part of the offense by his junior year in 2024. He ranked third on the team in receiving yards, trailing only tight end Tyler Warren and wide receiver Harrison Wallace III. With an impressive average of 19.8 yards per catch, Evans showcased his deep-threat ability.

His longest reception of the season was a 59-yard touchdown against Kent State, and he was also highly effective in contested catches, successfully hauling in 80% of his attempts.

At Washington, Evans will be part of a wide receiver group that is looking to fill the gaps left by two departing starters, Giles Jackson and Jeremiah Hunter, who ran out of eligibility after the Sun Bowl. Evans could potentially take on a similar role to Hunter, who had a strong season with 36 catches for 490 yards.

While Evans is slightly smaller than Hunter, his experience as an outside receiver could give him an edge over sophomore Rashid Williams, who backed up Hunter last season. Additionally, Evans will be joining a highly competitive wide receiver group that includes several highly-rated incoming freshmen, such as four-star recruits Deji Ajose, Marcus Harris, and Chris Lawson.

With his mix of experience and deep-play ability, Evans could prove to be a valuable asset to Washington’s receiving corps as the Huskies look to stay competitive in 2025. His arrival adds depth to a team that is undergoing some changes at the wide receiver position.