In 2015, Wake’s rushing offense was anemic. The team gained 3.0 yards per carry and its 105 yards per game ranked 123rd out of the 128 FBS 1-A teams.
Fortunately, the rushing attack was much-improved in 2016. While the team still lagged nationally (ranking 101st), the rushing output increased by almost 50% to get to 146 yards a game while averaging 3.6 yards per carry.
| Player | Ht / Wt | Year | Attempts | Yards | YPA | TD |
| Matt Colburn | 5'10" / 200 | So | 151 | 626 | 4. |