Omarion Hampton - NFL Running Back

• Full Name: Omarion Hampton
• Date of Birth: February 16, 2004
• Hometown: Clayton, North Carolina
• High School: Cleveland High School (Clayton, NC)
• College: University of North Carolina
• NFL Draft: Selected by the Los Angeles Chargers, 1st Round, Pick #22 in the 2025 NFL Draft
• Position: Running Back

• One of the top running back recruits in the 2022 class, staying in-state to play for the Tar Heels.
• 2022 Season: Played as a true freshman, splitting carries in the backfield. Rushed for over 400 yards and 6 touchdowns, showing power and burst.
• 2023 Season: Emerged as UNC’s lead back. Finished with more than 1,000 rushing yards and double-digit touchdowns. Earned All-ACC recognition.
• 2024 Season: Breakout season as one of the nation’s top running backs. Led the ACC in rushing with 1,500+ yards and 15+ touchdowns. Named First-Team All-ACC and earned All-American honors.
• Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after three seasons (2022–2024) at North Carolina.

• First-Team All-ACC (2024)
• All-American honors (2024)
• ACC rushing leader (2024)
• Finished college career with over 3,000 rushing yards and 30+ total touchdowns

• Drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers with the #22 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Selected as one of the top running backs in the draft for his combination of size, vision, and power.
• Expected to contribute immediately as a key piece in the Chargers’ offensive backfield.

• Nicknamed "O" by teammates, known for his tough running style and ability to break tackles.
• Became the first North Carolina running back in over a decade to be drafted in the first round.
• Recognized for his durability and consistency, starting nearly every game over his last two seasons at UNC.