Former Alabama high school star seeking spot in rare running-back group

# **HE’S NOT FINISHED: Homewood Legend Ameer Abdullah Joins Jags to Chase NFL Immortality** The marathon continues. Former Homewood High School icon and Nebraska yardage-machine **Ameer Abdullah** is officially taking his talents to Duval. The Jacksonville Jaguars announced Monday that they’ve locked down the veteran playmaker, and while some might see this as just another roster move, real ones know Abdullah is on the verge of entering the "Certified Legend" tier of longevity. **FOR MORE ELITE NFL COVERAGE, HEAD OVER TO OUR [NFL PAGE AT 205focus.com]** ### **The Quest for 12: Chasing the GOATs** Abdullah isn't just looking for a jersey; he’s looking for history. If he suits up this fall, he’s aiming to become only the second Alabama high school product—and the fourth player with deep Alabama roots—to survive and thrive as an NFL running back for 12 or more seasons. We’re talking about an exclusive VIP section that only features names like: * **Tony Richardson** (Daleville High/Auburn): The ultimate ironman with 16 seasons. * **James Brooks** (Auburn): 12 seasons of pure electricity. * **Mark Ingram** (Alabama): 12 seasons of "Big Truss" energy. ### **The Resume is Loaded** Drafted in the second round by the Detroit Lions back in 2015, Abdullah immediately showed he was him. He led the Lions in rushing during his rookie and third seasons and was a kick-return nightmare for special teams coordinators across the league. Since leaving the Motor City, he’s become the ultimate chess piece, appearing in 119 regular-season games and a pair of playoff battles across four different franchises. Last year with the Indianapolis Colts, the man was still putting in work, appearing in 13 games and flashing that elite versatility with 159 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown, while averaging a massive 29.2 yards on kick returns. ### **The Duval Vibe Shift** Jacksonville’s backfield is looking brand new after **Travis Etienne** decided the grass was greener in New Orleans this past March. With Etienne gone, the Jags are leaning on second-year man **Bhayshul Tuten**, who showed flashes of brilliance as a rookie. But here’s the stat that will make you do a double-take: **Ameer Abdullah has more career games (154) and starts (26) than the rest of the Jaguars' running back room combined.** He isn’t just a depth piece; he’s the "Old Head" with the blueprint. He brings a veteran aura to a room that desperately needs a leader who knows how to navigate the trenches of a 17-game season. ### **From Homewood to the History Books** Before he was a pro’s pro, Abdullah was a glitch in the Matrix at Homewood. In 2010, he put up a PlayStation stat line: 1,800 rushing yards, 24 touchdowns, and four punt return scores. He took that same "Built Different" energy to Nebraska, where he became the first Cornhusker ever to post three straight 1,000-yard seasons. With career totals of 2,054 rushing yards, 1,567 receiving yards, and 20 total touchdowns, Abdullah’s receipts speak for themselves. Jacksonville isn’t just getting a running back; they’re getting a survivor who refuses to let the "running backs age out" narrative win. Keep your eyes on **205focus.com** as we track Abdullah’s journey into the history books. Year 12 is loading.