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Nebraska Football: Predicting the preseason depth chart at running back

By Danny Jaillet

EVANSTON, IL - OCTOBER 13: Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Maurice Washington (28) rushes into the end zone for a touchdown in the 4th quarter during a college football game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Northwestern Wildcats on October 13, 2018, at Ryan Field in Evanston, IL. Northwestern won 34-31 in overtime. (Photo by Daniel Bartel/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
EVANSTON, IL - OCTOBER 13: Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Maurice Washington (28) rushes into the end zone for a touchdown in the 4th quarter during a college football game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Northwestern Wildcats on October 13, 2018, at Ryan Field in Evanston, IL. Northwestern won 34-31 in overtime. (Photo by Daniel Bartel/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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LINCOLN, NE – OCTOBER 27: A Nebraska branded pylon sits in the end zone during the game between the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats and the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday October 27, 2018 at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
LINCOLN, NE – OCTOBER 27: A Nebraska branded pylon sits in the end zone during the game between the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats and the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday October 27, 2018 at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Rahmir Johnson

Being last on this depth chart is not necessarily a reflection of skill. It is more a reflection of how deep this position is. Rahmir Johnson has the potential to place last on the list just because of the talent ahead of him. You have two college football veterans and one other running back who is extremely talented. That’s why at the start of camp, I believe Johnson will be last on the depth chart.

Johnson played in 12 games for Bergen Catholic High School in 2018. He carried the ball 211 times for 1,334 yards and 11 touchdowns. Averaging 6.3 yards per carry, a 95-yard dash was his longest of the season. On the receiving end, he also proved to be effective. He caught nine passes for 140 yards and a touchdown. He should be able to fit in well with the rest of the Nebraska football running backs, as one main skill set they all share is versatility.

Johnson has the potential to be a stud for Nebraska football in the coming years. Right now, it is all about biding his time. There will certainly be some opportunities for him in 2019 and he should definitely take advantage of those. Whether they come with extended action or it is just a matter of garbage time, he should make the most of those opportunities. There is no doubt that his speed will come in handy for Nebraska football sooner rather than later.

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