Nebraska running back Rahmir Johnson will not play on Saturday against the Ohio State Buckeyes. Johnson had to exit last Saturday’s loss to Indiana after recording only two carries for six yards and three receptions for 19 yards. For the season, the senior has recorded 38 carries for 153 rushing yards and made 19 catches for 165 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Rahmir Johnson injury update
On Thursday, head coach Matt Rhule confirmed that the Husker running back would not be available this weekend. Earlier in the week, he had been more optimistic about Johnson’s ability to play this Saturday, but the progress made during the week was not enough to be cleared for the game.
How long will Rahmir Johnson be out?
The head coach did not specify how long the running back would be out. With Rhule hoping that Johnson could play this Saturday, you would have to imagine that the injury will not be a long-term issue for the senior.
Nebraska Running Back depth chart
Nebraska still has Dante Dowdell and Emmett Johnson to carry the load in the backfield. While Johnson has been the best receiver of the three, the unit should not see a significant drop in production against the Buckeyes with his absence.
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