Amar Johnson
Running Back Stats
| Year | Team | Games | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | LAC | 1 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Career Summary
Amar Johnson is a running back from O'Fallon, Missouri, who played college football at South Dakota State.
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Early Life
Johnson is from O'Fallon, Missouri.
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High School
Johnson attended Chaminade College Prep, where he earned first-team all-state recognition as both a junior and senior after consecutive 1,000-yard seasons. He was the 2020 conference offensive player of the year and a two-time all-league kick returner.
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College Career
Johnson played at South Dakota State from 2021 through 2024. He rushed for 427 yards in 2021, 744 yards in 2022, and 801 yards with four touchdowns in 2023. In 2023, he also led the Jackrabbits' kick-return work, averaging 23.5 yards on 12 returns, while adding 12 receptions for 122 yards.
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Path to the NFL
Johnson arrived at South Dakota State from Chaminade College Prep and progressed from a reserve role in 2021 to a major part of the Jackrabbits' rushing and return game.
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Career Accomplishments
Johnson earned first-team All-Missouri Valley Football Conference recognition as an all-purpose back in 2023 and as a running back in 2024. He also was named to the MVFC Honor Roll in 2021 and 2022.
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Playing Style
South Dakota State listed Johnson as a 5-foot-10, 205-pound running back. His 2023 role combined efficient rushing, pass-catching contributions, and primary kick-return duties.
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MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
MFT Score: 36.3
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