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Hometown Lake Wales, Fla. Bio. JUNIOR (2022) • 14 games played with one start. • 3 rd -leading rusher for UCF in 2022 with 54 carries for 370 yards. • Caught 22 for 122 yards and 1 TD. • 5 rushes for 59, including 31-yd. run, plus 2 catches for 19 yards and TD catch in 2022 opener vs. S.C. State.
Lake Wales, FL. Status. Active. 2023 season stats. CAR. 87. YDS. 573. TD. 1. AVG. 6.6. View the profile of UCF Knights Running Back Johnny Richardson on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats...
- Experience
- Refining His Craft
- Complementing Bowser
- Pass Protection
- Special Teams
- Two-Back Sets
- Playing Receiver
- Final Thoughts
As a freshman in 2020, Richardson’s rushing statistics include 11 attempts, 65 yards, 5.9 average and one touchdown. His sophomore year saw a much bigger role. 104 attempts, 733 yards (team leader), 7.1 average (team leader) and three touchdowns. Very few running backs created as many explosive runs as Richardson. As a receiver, Richardson also had...
Blessed with incredible natural talent, Richardson simply needs to pay attention to detail more than anything else. Proper steps when running the football, carrying out fakes, maximizing yards after contact, and learning the best way to run routes. He’s already good in all these categories, but now it’s time to be great. If Richardson consistently ...
With running back Isaiah Bowser returning for a fifth-year, the Knights have a bell cow running back. He’s 6’1”, 225-pounds and is a true power runner with excellent vision. The more Richardson grows as an overall running back, the more Bowser and every other UCF running back will be able to improve their game as well. This starts with the passing ...
Richardson is not the biggest guy in the world. It’s not easy for him to take on a hard-charging linebacker in pass pro. Continuing to learn the proper techniques, i.e. how and when towards the defender, could be the difference in allowing Bowser fewer snaps in obvious passing situations and allowing him to rest a little more. Plus, that allows for...
The quickest way to improve field position stems from special teams play. Richardson had some big plays returning kicks last season, but also made a few mental errors. He simply needs to read his keys, know where his feet are planted when the ball arrives, and make good decisions. That’s it. No question that UCF coaches want the ball in his hands d...
Malzahn already mentioned that there will be two-back sets this upcoming season. UCF fans should be stoked about this opportunity because it places defensive coordinators in a bind. Richardson in the backfield with any other running back creates issues such as the following: 1. Run-Pass Option capabilities expand. 2. A wider variety of screens can ...
Oh what fun there can be. Who’s the lucky linebacker that wants to be left in man coverage versus Richardson? This category is a prime reason that the beginning category discussed refining his craft. The better he runs routes, the more likely Richardson catches passes in space. After that, it’s time to put on a show. Richardson has that ability aft...
A case can be made for Richardson actually being No. 1 on this entire countdown list. It’s debatable. His impact can magnify the talents of so many other players, and it starts with his efforts all the way through spring practice. If he truly digs into the fine details and listens to Co-Offensive Coordinator and Running Backs Coach Tim Harris, Jr.,...
Johnny Richardson Videos Johnny Richardson. UCF (Orlando, FL) RB; 5-7; 175; 2020 - UCF; Jersey #25 ; Class GD ; Headlines. NCAA lawsuit FAQ: How much money will players get? Will there still be ...
Sep 21, 2022 · Jack Edwards. Sep 21, 2022 9:25 AM EDT. Few running backs have the explosive ability of Johnny Richardson. The junior from Lake Wales, Fla. is truly dynamic and deserving of more touches...
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Sep 15, 2022 · Johnny Richardson is UCF's 'X-Factor' vs FAU. With UCF banged up at wide receiver, Johnny Richardson must produce against FAU. Brian Smith. Sep 15, 2022 9:44 AM EDT. This just in:...
Lake Wales, FL. Status. Active. 2023 season stats. CAR. 87. YDS. 573. TD. 1. AVG. 6.6. Find the latest news about UCF Knights Running Back Johnny Richardson on ESPN. Check out news, rumors,...
