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Former Terp Ty Johnson had big night in New York Jets preseason finale
By Rolando Rosa
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Former Maryland running back Ty Johnson made a strong case for a starting position in the New York Jets’ preseason finale.
Johnson finished with 53 rushing yards and a touchdown on 13 carries, along with two catches for 18 yards in the Jets’ tie vs. the Philadelphia Eagles.
Hey @nyjets, your starting RB is gonna be a Terp.
Facts only. pic.twitter.com/HudJ8Du5ac
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) August 28, 2021
TY JOHNSON TRUCK STICK MY GOODNESS 😳 pic.twitter.com/6mB7ljlKE4
— Maryland Football (@TerpsFootball) August 28, 2021
Johnson is currently listed as the No. 2 running back on the depth chart behind Tevin Coleman. Johnson has amassed 527 yards and a touchdown since being selected by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
The Maryland native amassed 4,196 all-purpose yards in college, third in program history. During his sophomore season, the electric Johnson set a Maryland record for yards per rush (9.1).
Maryland kicks off the season with a home matchup vs. West Virginia on Sept. 4 (3:30 p.m. EST/ESPN).
Rolando Rosa brings his experience covering college football to Saturday Tradition. Follow him on Twitter @RolandoRosa3.