Ameer Abdullah: NFL Stats, Game Log & Bio

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2026 regular season · 1 recorded appearances. Latest: 2026-09-13.

Rushing yards

32.0 avg · last 1 observed

Season avg: 32.0 · Home: 32.0 (1) · Away: — (0)

Carries

4.0 avg · last 1 observed

Season avg: 4.0 · Home: 4.0 (1) · Away: — (0)

Receiving yards

0.0 avg · last 1 observed

Season avg: 0.0 · Home: 0.0 (1) · Away: — (0)

Receptions

1.0 avg · last 1 observed

Season avg: 1.0 · Home: 1.0 (1) · Away: — (0)

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2026 regular-season observations. — means not reported.
Date	Opponent	Rushing yards	Carries	Receiving yards	Receptions
2026-09-13	CLE	32	4	0	1

ESPN · Checked 2026-09-17. Preseason, playoffs and missing values are excluded. Historical averages are not projections. Game log source

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Ameer Abdullah Bio

Ameer Abdullah is an NFL running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars as of September 20, 2026. Jacksonville lists him on its roster after signing him on May 11, 2026. The Jaguars identify him as a running back, list him at 5 feet 9 inches, and credit him with Nebraska as his college. He was born on June 13, 1993, in Homewood, Alabama.

Abdullah entered the NFL when the Detroit Lions selected him in the second round, 54th overall, of the 2015 NFL Draft. His professional career has also included stops with Minnesota, Carolina, Las Vegas, San Francisco and Indianapolis before joining Jacksonville. With the Raiders, he became a versatile back who contributed as a runner, receiver and return specialist.

At Nebraska, Abdullah developed a reputation as an explosive, multi-purpose offensive player with value in the return game. He earned All-Big Ten recognition in multiple seasons, received second-team All-America honors in 2014 and was a finalist for the Doak Walker Award. Nebraska also credits him with completing his history degree before entering the NFL.

Jersey number: 8
Position: RB
Birth date: Jun 13, 1993 (age 33)
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 203 lbs
College: Nebraska
Draft year: 2015
Draft team: DET
Draft round: 2
Overall pick: 54
Birthplace: Mobile, AL
Country: USA
Experience: 9
Arm length: 30
Hand size: 8 3/4

Ameer Abdullah Questions & Answers

What team does Ameer Abdullah play for in 2026?

As of September 20, 2026, Ameer Abdullah is listed as a running back on the Jacksonville Jaguars roster. Jacksonville announced his signing on May 11, 2026.

What position does Ameer Abdullah play?

Ameer Abdullah plays running back and has also provided receiving and return-game value during his NFL career.

How tall is Ameer Abdullah?

Ameer Abdullah is listed at 5 feet 9 inches tall.

When and where was Ameer Abdullah born?

Ameer Abdullah was born on June 13, 1993, in Homewood, Alabama.

Where did Ameer Abdullah go to college?

Ameer Abdullah attended the University of Nebraska and played for the Cornhuskers.

When was Ameer Abdullah drafted?

The Detroit Lions selected Ameer Abdullah in the second round, 54th overall, of the 2015 NFL Draft.

What is Ameer Abdullah's playing style?

Ameer Abdullah is a versatile, explosive back whose value has included running, pass catching and kickoff-return ability. His college and NFL biographies emphasize his all-purpose skill set and return-game impact.

What are some of Ameer Abdullah's major career honors?

His major college honors include second-team All-America recognition in 2014, multiple All-Big Ten selections and finalist status for the Doak Walker Award.