Ball State RB Johnny Short brings compact, physical run style with upside as a tough-fit back
Johnny Short is the kind of running back who can earn a coach’s trust fast: Ball State lists him at 5'11", 198 pounds, and that frame suggests a downhill, contact-friendly style that fits a physical ground game. The main reason to care is his potential value as a reliable, no-drama rotation back or short-yardage option rather than a flashy stat-chaser; based on the roster listing, he’s in the program’s active mix for 2026, but publicly available performance data on his game reps and production is limited, so his fit looks more projection-based than proven.
