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USA Today
27-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Former Florida football running back Montrell Johnson Jr. signs with Philadelphia Eagles
Former Florida football running back Montrell Johnson Jr. signs with Philadelphia Eagles Former Florida Gators football running back Montrell Johnson Jr. is getting his NFL opportunity. According to a report by CBS Sports college football reporter Matt Zenitz, Johnson has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL draft. Johnson, a 5-foot-11-inch, 216-pound running back, wrapped up an impressive college career with over 3,000 rushing yards and 33 rushing touchdowns. Known for his powerful running style, big-play ability and reliable hands out of the backfield, Johnson became a solid running back for the Gators after transferring from Louisiana. A former Sun Belt Freshman of the Year and an East-West Shrine Bowl participant, Johnson made an impact everywhere he played. During the 2024 season, Johnson played in 10 games and had 593 rushing yards (5.9 yards per carry), six rushing touchdowns and 13 catches for 64 yards. Johnson delivered in key moments last season, rushing for 107 yards and scoring the game-winning touchdown against the Ole Miss Rebels, breaking loose for 106 yards and a 71-yard touchdown against the Miami Hurricanes and posting 99 rushing yards with a touchdown against the Florida State Seminoles, a performance that pushed him past the 3,000-yard mark for his college career. Before Florida, Johnson starred at Louisiana, rushing for 838 yards and 12 touchdowns as a freshman. In Gainesville, he rushed for 841 yards and 817 yards in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, respectively. Across his college career, he averaged over five yards per carry and posted 11 games with at least 100 rushing yards. With his proven ability to contribute both as a rusher and receiver, Johnson projects as a versatile addition to Philadelphia's loaded backfield led by Saquon Barkley. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
USA Today
13-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Nine former Florida football players invited to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine
Nine former Florida football players invited to 2025 NFL Scouting Combine The National Football League announced its list of invitations to this year's scouting combine on Thursday, which included the names of nine former Florida Gators out of a total of 329 prospects. On the offensive side of the ball, quarterback Graham Mertz, running back Montrell Johnson Jr., wide receivers Elijhah Badger and Chimere Dike, and offensive lineman Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson earned a chance to impress the professionals after notable collegiate careers. Defensive lineman Cam Jackson, linebacker Shemar James and defensive back Jason Marshall Jr. were named on the opposite side of the ball. Punter Jeremy Crawshaw also got the call on special teams. Defensive back Trikweze Bridges participated in the Hula Bowl in January but did not receive an invitation to the NFL scouting combine on Thursday. Despite not having his name called, Bridges is considered a potential pro prospect. Former Gators edge defender Princely Umanmielen and running back Trevor Etienne also received invites after transferring to the Ole Miss Rebels and Georgia Bulldogs, respectively, ahead of last season. How to follow the NFL Scouting Combine This year's event will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana, from Feb. 24 through March 3. NFL scouting combine coverage begins on Feb. 27 and will be broadcast on the NFL Network and NFL+. Thursday, Feb. 27: Defensive line and linebackers Friday, Feb. 28: Defensive backs and tight ends Saturday, March 1: Running backs, quarterbacks and wide receivers Sunday, March 2: Offensive linemen Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
