When Malik Cunningham returns to the field for Louisville in 2022, the star quarterback will be flanked by a new, talented running back. Scott Satterfield and Louisville added a commitment from Tennessee transfer back Tiyon Evans.
Evans, who was the No. 1 JUCO prospect in the 2021 class, led Tenneessee in rushing this season — before suffering an injury. During his one year in Knoxville, Evans ran for 521 yards (6.4 per carry) and six touchdowns. Evans caught one touchdown pass, too.
BREAKING: Running back Tiyon Evans, who led Tennessee in rushing before he was injured this season, has committed to Louisville. He was the No. 1 ranked JUCO transfer in '21
— Jody Demling (@jdemling) December 6, 2021
Cunningham led the Cards this season with 968 rushing yards, officially, and 19 touchdowns, the most in the ACC.
Freshman running back Jalen Mitchell ranked second on the team with 155 carries, 722 rushing yards and five touchdowns.