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Telly Johnson Jr. Northern Illinois
File RB-109 · National rank 1183 · 2027 class

Telly Johnson Jr.

#45· Northern Illinois ·RB ·Jr ·2027 Draft · Augusta, Ga.
5'11"Height 209 lbWeight
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Quick Notes
Telly Johnson Jr. is a junior running back who projects as a starter for Northern Illinois. He profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#109 RB / 1014
#1183 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Projected 2026 starter and a proven producer — 712 rush yds/4 TD (2025). Grade benchmarked to a Mountain West draft-outcome projection; the band carries his 2027 upside.

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RB Keys 2025 · Northern Illinois
712
Rush Yds
Better than 88% of 586 RBs
4
TD
Better than 76% of 580 RBs
5.7
YPC
Better than 76% of 564 RBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#2609
National
#241
Position
#246
State
High SchoolHephzibah
HometownAugusta, Ga.
Career Production 2 college seasons
YearTeamGPRush YdsTDYPC
2025 Northern Illinois 12 71245.7
2024 Northern Illinois 6 48044.7
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk