High-Energy Ohio State RB Now at South Carolina with Explosive Burst and Versatility
Sam Dixon (5'11", 212 lbs), a Redshirt Sophomore running back, has transferred from Ohio State to South Carolina for the 2026 season, where he projects as RB3 with a clear path to work his way up [2][5]. Though his Ohio State stats were limited (7 carries, 53 yards, 7.6 Y/A in 2024; 3 carries, 9 yards, 1 TD in 2025) due to a deep backfield, his differentiator is his elite 7.6 yards-per-carry average and 'do-it-all' versatility as a receiver out of the backfield [1][7]. Ranked No. 85 athlete nationally in the 2024 class, Dixon brings Columbus-native intensity and a friendly, hard-working personality that coaches love [2]. However, note a critical red flag: he was arrested and dismissed from Ohio State in late 2025, requiring teams to vet his character and off-field maturity before signing [9]. For a team needing a high-burst, pass-catching back who can grow into a lead role, Dixon is a high-risk, high-reward fit if the character concerns are resolved.
