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#0 Running Back

Taj Butts

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Duquesne Dukes
Height / Weight
5' 11" / 205 lbs
Class
Redshirt Senior
SEASON STATS 2025
AVG
3.8
-4.0
YDS/G
38.0
-1.0
LNG
17
-4.0
YDS/G
4.0
-1.0
PLAYER INFO
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Background and Early Career

Taj Butts was born on June 20, 2002, in St. Louis, Missouri. Standing at 5 feet 11 inches and weighing 210 pounds, Butts developed his football skills at De Smet Jesuit High School, where he emerged as a standout running back. His high school performances caught the attention of college scouts, leading him to join the University of Missouri's football program.

Playing Style and Strengths

Taj Butts is known for his physical running style and ability to break tackles. His combination of speed and power makes him a dual threat in the backfield, capable of both grinding out tough yards and breaking away for long gains. His vision and agility allow him to exploit defensive gaps effectively, making him a valuable asset in the Tigers' offensive scheme.

Notable Achievements

While still in the early stages of his college career, Taj Butts has already made significant contributions to the Missouri Tigers. His performances have shown promise, with several games where he's delivered crucial plays. As he continues to develop, Butts is expected to achieve further milestones and potentially catch the eye of NFL scouts.

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Career stats
Season
Team
ATT
YDS
AVG
TD
LNG
REC
YDS
AVG
TD
LNG
FUM
LST
2025
10 38 3.8 0 17 1 4 4.0 0 4 0 0
2024
5 39 7.8 0 21 1 5 5.0 0 5 0 0
2023
19 57 3.0 0 19 2 8 4.0 0 10 0 0
2022
0 0 0.0 0 0 1 10 10.0 0 10 0 0

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