Max Thurston
Max Thurston
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Tyson Helton
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Western Kentucky
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Western Kentucky
Returning around him
- 33% of 2024 offensive production back (Moderate turnover)
- Transfer portal: -3 net (19 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Western Kentucky · Last season: 9-4 · Talent rank #100 · 2026 recruiting class #81
Background
Before WKU: Thurston came to WKU from Georgia Military College, where he appeared in seven games on the offensive line for the 10-2 Bulldogs during the 2024 season. HS/Misc.: Thurston prepped at Monroe Area High in Georgia, where he was considered a two-star offensive line prospect by Rivals. He...