Nate Johnson (quarterback)

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Nate Johnson
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Position Quarterback
Class
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Freshman
Major Pre-Business
Personal information
Born: Clovis, California
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight195 lb (88 kg)
Career history
College
High school Clovis (Clovis, California)

Nate Johnson is an American football quarterback who most recently played for the Utah Utes.

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Early life and high school

Coming out of high school, Johnson was rated as a four-star recruit, where he decided to commit to play college football for the Utah Utes. [1] [2]

College career

Johnson finished his first career season with the Utes in 2022 with five carries for 51 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for a touchdown in a limited three games. [3] In week one of the 2023 season, Johnson attempted four passes while also rushing for 45 yards in a win over Florida. [4] In week two, Johnson would enter the game in relief after starting quarterback Bryson Barnes struggled. Johnson would lead the Utes on a game-winning drive completing six of his seven pass attempts for 82 yards while also rushing for 32 yards and a touchdown, as he helped the Utes beat Baylor. [5] In week three, Johnson get his first career start as he completed 13 of his 21 passes for 193 yards and a touchdown while also rushing for 71 yards and a touchdown in a win over Weber State. [6] In week ten versus Arizona State, Johnson rushed for a 59-yard touchdown in a victory. [7] Johnson finished the 2023 season with 499 yards and three touchdowns through the air, while also rushing 59 times for 235 yards and four touchdowns. [8] After the conclusion of the 2023 season, Johnson would decide to enter the NCAA transfer portal. [9] [10]

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References

  1. Newman, Josh. "Meet Nate Johnson, a quarterback, a sprinter — and Utah football's top Class of 2022 recruit". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  2. Feldman, Bruce. "Utah lands a gem in quarterback Nate Johnson, 'the best athlete on the field'". The Athletic. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  3. Bodkin, Michelle. "Nate Johnson No Longer With Utah Football, Intends To Transfer". KSL Sports. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  4. Coles, Joe. "'It's a blessing': After leading Utes to comeback win, Nate Johnson excited for new opportunity". Desert News. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  5. "Nate Johnson Ignites Late Surge, Helps Utah Avoid Upset Against Baylor". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  6. Walden, Eric. "Utah rolls Weber State 31-7 in QB Nate Johnson's first start". The Salt Lake Tribune. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  7. Holt, Chandler. "Landen King, Nate Johnson Extend Utah Lead Over ASU Sun Devils". KSL Sports. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  8. Grayson Murray, Elijah. "Nate Johnson Sheds Light on His Decision to Leave Utah". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  9. Coles, Joe. "Utah quarterback Nate Johnson will transfer". Deseret News. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  10. VanHaaren, Tom. "Utah QB Nate Johnson says he intends to enter transfer portal". ESPN. Retrieved 15 December 2023.