Explosive in flashes, still fighting for a bigger role in Orangeburg
Demetri Simmons brings a compact, physical run style at 6-foot, 187 pounds and has shown big-play juice for South Carolina State, including a 2024 season line of 12 carries for 96 yards and a touchdown, plus a 64-yard breakout against Morgan State.[6][8] In 2023, he also showed versatility with 132 rushing yards and 123 receiving yards, which hints at a back who can contribute beyond traditional carries.[12] He looks like a useful depth piece with upside if he keeps turning limited touches into chunk gains, though his recent production still suggests he’s more of an emerging weapon than a proven featured back.[2][12]
