
Lanear McCrary Jr. is Georgia State’s efficient, hard-running senior back
In the 2026 season, Lanear McCrary Jr. has opened with 75 rushing yards and a touchdown on 9 carries in Georgia State’s win over North Carolina A&T, flashing burst and efficiency with 8.3 yards per carry. The senior brings proven production, too: at Shorter in 2025 he scored 11 rushing touchdowns and added 400 return yards, showing versatility beyond just carrying the ball. At 5-foot-10, 200 pounds, he profiles as a compact, physical runner who can also help in the return game—a good fit for a team that wants toughness, multi-purpose value, and immediate special-teams juice.





