James Johnson is USC’s versatile Swiss Army knife, but the Trojans list him at quarterback
In 2025, James Johnson flashed rare versatility for USC, taking snaps on defense, special teams, and even a hybrid RB/slot role when injuries hit the backfield; he finished with 2 carries for -5 yards and 5 receptions for 23 yards, a tiny sample that still hints at an adaptable, high-energy mover. USC’s 2026 roster now lists him as a redshirt freshman quarterback, so his value is less about raw volume and more about positional flexibility, football IQ, and willingness to do a little bit of everything. If you want a plug-and-play chess piece, he’s intriguing; if you need a pure feature back, this is probably not that guy.
