Massimiliano Christopher Borghi (born April 23, 1999) is an American former professional

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. He played

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Early life

Borghi attended Pomona High School in

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. 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

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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.

College statistics

Borghi's college statistics are as follows:

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

Borghi signed with the

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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

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. He was released on August 16, 2022.

Pittsburgh Steelers

On August 18, 2022, Borghi signed with the

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. 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. Borghi decided not to play football during the

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on January 27, 2024, and was subsequently waived by the Battlehawks on February 8.

Career statistics

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Washington State Cougars bio
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