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Bear Insider Video: Cal RB LJ Johnson

Senior SMU RB transfer LJ Johnson talks about his transition to Cal
By Jim McGill
August 7, 2025
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One of the highest-touted prep prospects in Texas and rated the #5 running back in the state, senior running back LJ Johnson‍ signed with Texas A&M in 2020 as a 4 star prospect where he rushed for 115 yards and 2 TDs after redshirting before eventually transferring to SMU for the 2024 season and now, to Cal to finish out his collegiate career.

In 24 games at SMU, the 5-10/220 RB rushed for 879 yards and nine touchdowns on 182 attempts.

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