Myles Gerard Gaskin Bio
Myles Gerard Gaskin (born February 15, 1997) is an American professional football running back currently signed to the Seattle Seahawks practice squad. He played college football for the Washington Huskies from 2015 to 2018 and was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round, 234th overall, of the 2019 NFL Draft. Gaskin has appeared in games with the Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars, Baltimore Ravens, and Seattle Seahawks throughout his NFL career.
Early Life and Background
Myles Gaskin was raised in Lynnwood, Washington, a suburb north of Seattle. He attended the Alderwood Boys and Girls Club where his athleticism playing basketball was noted by coaches who saw his potential for other sports. Gaskin attended O’Dea High School in Seattle, Washington, where he emerged as a standout football player.
During his junior year at O’Dea High School, Gaskin rushed for 2,182 yards and 35 touchdowns. As a senior, he recorded 1,567 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns. Beyond football, Myles competed in track and field, participating in the 100-meter dash and the 4-by-100-meter relay. His exceptional high school performance led him to commit to play college football at the University of Washington.
Path to Professional Football
Gaskin arrived at the University of Washington in 2015 and immediately made an impact as a true freshman. He became Washington’s starting running back and became the first true freshman in school history to rush for over 1,000 yards, finishing with 1,302 yards on 227 carries. He also set a freshman record with 14 rushing touchdowns. His performance earned him MVP honors in the 2015 Heart of Dallas Bowl, where he rushed for 181 yards and four touchdowns in a victory over Southern Miss.
During his sophomore season, Gaskin played in all 14 games and accumulated 1,373 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns, earning first-team All-Pac-12 Conference honors. His most statistically successful season came in 2017 as a junior when he led the Pac-12 with 21 rushing touchdowns and 24 total touchdowns, placing fifth in the conference in rushing yards. In a game at Colorado, he rushed for 202 yards, the only 200-plus yard game of his college career.
Though his productivity declined slightly during his senior year in 2018, Gaskin achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Pac-12 player with four 1,000-plus rushing-yard seasons. He led the Huskies to a conference championship and the Rose Bowl, where in his final college game he rushed for two touchdowns and passed for a third in the fourth quarter.
Myles Gerard Gaskin Career
College Career (2015–2018)
Gaskin finished his Washington career as the school record holder with 62 touchdowns and ranked third in Pac-12 history behind Royce Freeman. He accumulated 5,323 rushing yards, placing him third in Washington history behind Freeman and Charles White. Gaskin holds numerous Washington records including most 100-rushing-yard games (26), most rush attempts (945), highest rushing yards per game (102.4), most rushing touchdowns (57), most rushes of 50-plus yards (10), and most all-purpose yards (5,878).
His collegiate honors include first-team All-Pac-12 recognition in 2016 and second-team All-Pac-12 honors in both 2017 and 2018. He was named the MVP of the 2015 Heart of Dallas Bowl after his four-touchdown performance.
Professional Career
Gaskin entered the NFL as a seventh-round draft pick of the Miami Dolphins in 2019. In Week 16 of his rookie season, he scored his first career touchdown on a two-yard run during a 38-35 overtime victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. He was placed on injured reserve on December 24, 2019, after appearing in seven games with 133 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown to go along with seven receptions for 51 receiving yards.
Miami Dolphins Era (2019–2022)
In 2020, Gaskin began the season as a backup before earning his first career start in Week 3 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he recorded a career-best 95 yards from scrimmage. In Week 6 against the New York Jets, he accumulated 126 yards from scrimmage in a 24-0 victory. He was placed on injured reserve with a sprained MCL on November 5, 2020, and later placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list before being activated in late December. In Week 16 against the Las Vegas Raiders, Gaskin rushed for 87 yards and recorded 5 catches for 82 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 59-yard reception from Ryan Fitzpatrick during a 26-25 win.
During the 2021 season, Gaskin served as Miami’s primary running back for most games. He recorded 846 yards from scrimmage, second on the 9-8 team to Jaylen Waddle. Notable performances included 10 catches for 74 yards and 2 touchdowns in a Week 5 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and 89 yards rushing with a receiving touchdown in a Week 15 win over the New York Jets. On December 27, 2022, he was placed on season-ending injured reserve. He signed a one-year contract extension with the Dolphins on March 16, 2023, before being released on August 29, 2023.
Minnesota Vikings (First Stint, 2023)
On August 30, 2023, Gaskin signed with the Minnesota Vikings. He was released on September 8, re-signed to the practice squad the following day, and elevated to the active roster. After another brief release and practice squad stint, he was signed back to the active roster on September 12 and appeared on special teams in their Week 2 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. He was released again on September 26 and returned to the practice squad.
Los Angeles Rams (2023)
On October 17, 2023, Gaskin was signed off the Vikings practice squad to the Los Angeles Rams active roster. He appeared on special teams during their Week 8 game against the Dallas Cowboys on October 29 before being waived by the Rams on November 7.
Minnesota Vikings (Second Stint, 2023–2024)
Gaskin re-signed with the Vikings practice squad on November 14, 2023, and appeared on special teams during their Week 15 game against the Cincinnati Bengals on December 16. He signed a reserve/futures contract with the Vikings on January 9, 2024. During the 2023 season, Gaskin appeared in three games with a total of 10 snaps played, all on special teams. In August 2024, he was waived by the Vikings and re-signed to the practice squad before being elevated to the active roster on September 18. He was released on December 3 and re-signed to the practice squad.
Jacksonville Jaguars (2024)
On December 10, 2024, the Jacksonville Jaguars signed Gaskin to their practice squad. He did not appear in any regular season games during his tenure with Jacksonville.
Baltimore Ravens (2025)
On August 10, 2025, Gaskin signed with the Baltimore Ravens. He was released on August 26 as part of final roster cuts before the regular season began.
Seattle Seahawks (2025)
On October 1, 2025, Gaskin signed with the Seattle Seahawks practice squad. He was released on November 20 but subsequently re-signed on November 26. He was promoted to the active roster on November 29 but waived three days later and returned to the practice squad.
Myles Gerard Gaskin Career Statistics
Throughout his NFL career through Week 13 of the 2025 season, Gaskin has accumulated 1,360 rushing yards on 3.7 yards per carry with 7 rushing touchdowns. He has also contributed as a receiver with 102 receptions for 712 yards and 6 receiving touchdowns.
College Highlights
Gaskin’s collegiate career at Washington remains his most prolific stretch of production. His single-game career high came during his junior season when he rushed for 202 yards against Colorado. His 62 career touchdowns and 5,323 rushing yards at Washington rank among the best in both school and conference history. Being the first Pac-12 player with four consecutive 1,000-plus rushing-yard seasons and the first true freshman at Washington to surpass 1,000 rushing yards highlight his sustained excellence at the college level.
Other Notable Performances
At the professional level, Gaskin’s standout performances include his Week 16, 2020 game against the Las Vegas Raiders where he recorded 87 rushing yards and 82 receiving yards with 2 total touchdowns. His ability to contribute both as a runner and receiver has been a consistent trait throughout his career, with his 102 career receptions demonstrating his value as a pass-catching back out of the backfield.
Myles Gerard Gaskin Family
Family Background and Early Influences
Gaskin grew up in Lynnwood, Washington, and attended the Alderwood Boys and Girls Club during his youth. His early athletic development included playing basketball, which helped build the footwork and agility that would later serve him well as a football player. His coach at the Alderwood Boys and Girls Club recognized his athleticism and encouraged his development in multiple sports.
Personal Life
Gaskin attended O’Dea High School in Seattle, Washington, where he balanced football with track and field participation. He was a multi-sport athlete who competed in the 100-meter dash and the 4-by-100-meter relay in addition to his football career. He has maintained connections to his Pacific Northwest roots throughout his professional career, signing with the Seattle Seahawks in 2025.
2025 Season Performance
During the 2025 season, Gaskin has continued his journeyman NFL career with stints at multiple organizations. After being released by the Baltimore Ravens during their final roster cuts in late August, he signed with the Seattle Seahawks practice squad in early October 2025. The Seahawks promoted him to the active roster later that month before returning him to the practice squad. His limited game action reflects the challenges of establishing a consistent role on an NFL roster as a depth running back. Gaskin’s experience as a three-down capable back with pass-catching ability continues to make him a valuable practice squad asset for teams seeking experienced depth at the running back position.