Previewing the 2025 season for Texas A&M RB Amari Daniels with his player profile
In 2024, Amari Daniels began the year as the third-string running back behind Le'Veon Moss and Reuben Owens. But when a preseason injury sidelined Owens for the year, Daniels stepped into the primary backup role. He remained there until Moss was injured in the South Carolina game, allowing Daniels to finish the season as the lead back.
In his three starts, he ran for 195 yards and two touchdowns. He flashed the speed and decisiveness that once made him one of the top-ranked high school running backs in the country.
There were murmurs he might enter the transfer portal in search of more consistent starting opportunities, but that never materialized. Instead, Daniels returns in 2025 as a key depth piece.
Preseason Player Profile
Recruiting Rankings (Class of 2021)
The former four-star prospect received several offers coming out of high school, including one from his hometown Miami Hurricanes. At Miami Central High School, he was a Preseason All-American and helped lead the team to a 6A state title.
Depth Chart Outlook
Throughout his Texas A&M career, Daniels has consistently been a backup while gradually earning more playing time each season. Entering 2025, the running back room is as deep as ever, and competition for backup roles will be fierce. As things stand, Daniels projects as the third running back behind Ruben Owens and Le'Veon Moss, both of whom are working to return to full health after leg injuries.
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