Few running backs have the explosive ability of Johnny Richardson. The junior from Lake Wales, Fla. is truly dynamic and deserving of more touches despite the talent that’s also a part of the UCF Knights offense.
It was an offensive display from the UCF Knights and Florida Atlantic Owls during the first quarter. After one period, the Owls were up 14-7 and appeared to have control of the game.
This just in: UCF Knights running back Johnny Richardson is fast. Who knew? In all seriousness, Richardson’s speed must help the Knights overcome what could be a concern versus the Owls, and that would be injuries at wide receiver.
As the 2022 season rolls along, there will be more and more information about where UCF’s talent stacks up against future Big XII conference foes like Baylor, Oklahoma and Texas among others.
Johnny Richardson Position: Running Back Class: Junior Size: 5’7”, 170 pounds High School: Lake Wales (Fla.) High School News Big Offensive Plays, Stout Defense, Lead UCF to Pummel South Carolina State 56-10 2022 Statistics Sep.
Orlando - With Isaiah Bowser held out of the annual spring game to prevent any chance of injury, it left opportunities for other UCF running backs to shine.
ORLANDO - Sometimes when a player walks in front of the media it’s obvious that they are not all that comfortable or they are a bit more shy. That was the case last season with running back Johnny Richardson.
ORLANDO - Watching the sheer speed of Johnny Richardson is a lot of fun. He’s a burner; he makes defenders miss in tight quarters before hitting the jets.
ORLANDO - Not every recruit needs to be a four or five star. Take a look at former UCF wide receiver Gabe Davis , who’s now an incredible player for the Buffalo Bills.
GAINESVILLE - The inevitable. Florida Head Football Coach Dan Mullen has been axed after a 5-6 start to the 2021 season, and the Florida Gators will search for a new steward to run its program.
GAINESVILLE - No SEC road wins, plus coaching decisions against Missouri including the playing time for talented signal caller Anthony Richardson, were all up for discussion with whether Florida should keep Dan Mullen as its Head Football Coach.
ORLANDO - After rushing 14 times for 147 yards and a touchdown against Connecticut, Johnny Richardson deserved to be recognized. He improved as a runner throughout this season, and that’s especially true based on how he ran against Connecticut as compared to SMU.
This game was over by about the second or third play that Cincinnati ran from scrimmage. It was obvious by the UCF player’s body language, as well as being without the starting two defensive tackles, that UCF could not match Cincinnati’s physicality or will.
ORLANDO - Here’s a look at how UCF and East Carolina did through the first 30 minutes of action, beginning with the Knights’ rushing attack. UCF Rushing Attack Through two quarters, the Knights rushed 13 times for 79 yards.
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