Lamont Atkins brings versatility and steady efficiency to Virginia’s backfield
Atkins, a 5-foot-11, 200-pound Virginia running back, stands out as a compact, physical runner with proven two-way toughness from his high school days, where he starred as both a tailback and linebacker and earned Gatorade Virginia Player of the Year honors. He has shown enough efficiency to produce 107 rushing yards and a touchdown on 20 carries in his Virginia career, but his real appeal is as a disciplined, high-motor player who can handle contact and fit a physical, assignment-driven role. That makes him a solid fit for teams valuing versatility, reliability, and grit over flash.
