Elmo Wartson is a three-star recruit from Modesto, CA (No. 174 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Washington State's 9 games this season.
Where Wartson comes from
- Modesto, CA
- Modesto Christian
- About 650 miles from Gesa Field
- Three-star junior college recruit in the 2026 class.
Where Wartson fits
Washington State lists 25 defensive backs this season.
Washington State defensive backs with a game this season
Washington State is 1-8. Next: vs Colorado State, Sat Nov 14.
Similar players
Also from Modesto, CA
Splits
Home and road splits, scheme and staff
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Kirby Moore
Pass share
49.4%
310 pass / 317 run
Plays / game
69.7
9 games
Team sack rate
7.8%
359 dropbacks · PBP
Scheme: Balanced.
Awards
A three-star recruit at defensive back for Washington State -- now graded to hold down a real role in the defensive backfield.
No college stat recorded yet. Here's what we know.
Grades highest in speed and press coverage.
Washington State has produced 1 All-Conference defensive back. 4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2017. Shalom Luani went on to the NFL out of this room (2017).
Joined Washington State in 2026
- 2026 Washington State MooreYear 1 · Games –
- Junior college Modesto CollegeThree-star junior college recruit. Signed with Washington State.
- High school Modesto ChristianModesto, CA
Moves
- Signed with Washington State in the 2026 class, a 3-star recruit.
2026
- Signed with Washington State3-star out of Modesto College
