From the time that Coach DeBoer has gotten to Seattle he has mentioned the need for running backs who are capable of catching the ball out of the backfield. Well the Huskies definitely added that skillset today with the commitment of Mississippi State running back transfer Dillon Johnson.
This past year Johnson served as the #2 running back for the Bulldogs under the late Coach Leach although it was closer to a 60/40 split in carries. In addition to finishing 2nd on the team in carries and rushing yards, Johnson also was 2nd on the team in total receptions as he did plenty of damage leaking out of the backfield.