Rodney Hammond Jr. brings big-play burst, All-Big Sky production, and serious all-purpose value to Sac State
In the 2025 season, Rodney Hammond Jr. emerged as one of the FCS’s most dangerous dual-threat backs, rushing for 1,213 yards with 13 touchdowns while averaging 6.48 yards per carry, and he also added kick-return impact for Sacramento State[5][6]. He was a first-team All-Big Sky RB, a Walter Payton Award finalist, and a second-team all-purpose/kick returner, with national buzz as a top-10 FCS NFL Draft prospect[1][9]. Why care? He’s the kind of back who can tilt games with one cut, one return, or one burst — a productive, versatile fit if your offense wants a tone-setter with juice[15].
