USC Best Running Backs in NCAA History Stafon Johnson
Stafon Johnson is in critical but stable condition following weightlifting accident (more)
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USC has featured some of the best running backs in NCAA history, earning its nickname “Tailback U.” From Mike Garrett to Reggie Bush, Trojan running backs have dominated on the gridiron and have the Heisman trophies to prove it. The heir apparent is senior Stafon Johnson.
USC Running Back Stafon Johnson Drops Weight Bar on Throat
Originally from Compton, Johnson was the second-ranked running back coming out of high school according to Scouts.com. Florida, Miami (FL), UCLA, Georgia and Washington actively recruited him before he decided to join two-time national championship coach Pete Carroll and the USC Trojans. More
USC’s Johnson likely out for season after accident
“I made the right decision to come to USC and play for Coach,” Johnson said.
Despite lofty expectations, Johnson failed to make the initial impact that many predicted. Playing behind veteran backs Chauncey Washington and Emmanuel Moody, Johnson only had three carries on the season and was inactive for most games.
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For the first time in his career, Johnson was relegated to the bench. Other players may have transferred to a school that would give them playing time, but Johnson decided to remain at USC.
“It was tough to be on the bench, it was the first time in my life that I wasn’t playing,” Johnson said. “But I knew that if I worked hard and kept at it, good things would happen. I never got down and although it was tough, it made me a better player and person.”
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