After more than 16 months of commitment, Sanoe made it official this morning-he’s a Dawg. The Lakeridge (Lake Oswego, OR) standout running back signed his letter of intent, locking in a pledge that’s felt inevitable since April 2024. From the jump, Washington’s coaching staff identified Sanoe as a key piece in their future backfield plans, and now he’s officially part of the mix.
Sanoe brings a physical edge to the position that fits perfectly with what Coach Graham looks for in his running backs. He’s not just a downhill bruiser-though he certainly brings that element-but a back who thrives on contact and finishes runs with authority. At 65th among running backs nationally and the No. 3 overall prospect in Oregon, Sanoe’s ranking reflects both his production and potential.
Recruiting-wise, this one was never in doubt. Washington was the destination from day one, and Sanoe never wavered.
He became the first commit in the Huskies’ 2025 class, setting the tone early for what the staff hoped would be a strong cycle. In an era where decommitments and late flips are common, Sanoe’s consistency stood out.
He was all-in on the program, and now that commitment is official.
Looking ahead to his role on the roster, Sanoe enters a backfield that already leans into the “thunder and lightning” philosophy. Coach Graham has long favored a balanced RB room-one that can wear down defenses with power while also hitting home runs with speed.
Sanoe fits the former mold. He’ll arrive on campus behind a couple of established power backs in Adam Mohammed, who’ll be a junior, and Julian McMahan.
Both bring similar traits, and McMahan himself redshirted this past season to develop physically and adjust to the college game.
That same path could be in the cards for Sanoe. With depth already in place, the staff can afford to bring him along slowly.
But make no mistake-he’s not just another body in the room. Sanoe’s physicality and work ethic give him a real shot at carving out a role down the line.
His signing adds more muscle to a backfield that’s already built to grind out wins in the Pac-12.
For now, the Dawgs get stronger with Sanoe officially in the fold. And while his college debut may not come right away, his future in purple and gold looks promising.