Max Borghi

Massimiliano Christopher Borghi (born April 23, 1999) is an American former professional football running back. He played college football at Washington State.

Early life Borghi attended Pomona High School in Arvada, Colorado. As a 5th year senior, he had 1,690 rushing yards with 27 touchdowns and helped lead his school to their first state title since 1988. During his high school career, he rushed for 3,512 yards and 50 touchdowns. He committed to Washington State University to play college football.

College career As a true freshman at Washington State in 2018, Borghi played in all 13 games and made two starts. He had 72 carries for 366 yards and 53 receptions for 374 yards with 12 total touchdowns. As a sophomore in 2019 he started all 13 games, rushing for 817 yards on 127 carries with 11 touchdowns and a team leading 86 receptions for 597 yards and five touchdowns.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts Borghi signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2022. He was waived on May 18.

Denver Broncos On August 3, 2022, Borghi signed with the Denver Broncos. He was released on August 16, 2022.

Pittsburgh Steelers On August 18, 2022, Borghi signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was waived on August 30.

Houston Roughnecks On November 17, 2022, Borghi was drafted by the Houston Roughnecks of the XFL. Borghi played in eight games, rushing for 310 yards on 78 attempts, with six touchdowns. He was waived on December 15, 2023.

St. Louis Battlehawks The St. Louis Battlehawks claimed Borghi off waivers on December 15, 2023. and was subsequently waived by the Battlehawks on February 8.

Career statistics

XFL

College Borghi's college statistics are as follows:

SeasonRushingReceiving Att Yards Avg TD Rec Yards Avg TD2018 723665.18533747.1420191278176.411865976.95202010959.51177020211608805.512161569.80 Career3692,1585.8321561,1347.39