Omarion Hampton, born on March 16, 2003, in Clayton, North Carolina, is a standout running back from the University of North Carolina. At 6-foot and 220 pounds, Hampton's football journey began at Cleveland High School, where he amassed an impressive 5,370 rushing yards and 88 touchdowns, earning him North Carolina's Gatorade Player of the Year honors. As a four-star recruit, he was ranked as the nation's 148th-best player and the No. 12 running back in the 247Sports Composite.
During his junior year in 2024, Hampton delivered an outstanding performance, rushing for 1,660 yards on 281 carries, averaging 5.9 yards per carry, and scoring 15 touchdowns. His powerful running style, characterized by strong leg drive and exceptional contact balance, makes him a formidable force on the field. As he transitions to the professional level, analysts project him as a potential early-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, with the skills to make an immediate impact in the league.
