Washington is being recruited by both the Utes and Cougars as a defensive player, and he's staying in close contact with some Pac-10 schools. It wouldn't be a surprise if those programs start looking at him as an offensive player because he has the tools and size to thrive as a college receiver. He's 6-foot-2, 195 pounds and he runs a 4.55 40-yard dash.

His already impressive statistics might be better this year if he didn't spend so much time hitting people at safety.

"We have to pick his spots because he gets tired going both ways," Thompson said. "Our scheme doesn't have to get him open. We can throw a fade and it doesn't matter who's on him or what defense they're playing on him. Having him opens everything else up."

Washington said he isn't close to making a decision on where he'll play next season. Right now, he's focused on helping the Knights to a region title and a strong showing in the 5A playoffs.

And, of course, on having some fun.

"I'm just having fun because it's my senior year and I'm playing football," he said. "I'm not being pressured by all this college stuff. I'm just trying to win region and win state. That's all I'm worried about."

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