Nate Johnson (quarterback)

Nate Johnson is an American football quarterback who will play for the Vanderbilt Commodores. He previously played for the Utah Utes.

Early life and high school
Coming out of high school, Johnson was rated as a four-star recruit, where he decided to commit to play college football for the Utah Utes.

Utah
Johnson finished his first career season with the Utes in 2022 with five carries for 51 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for a touchdown in a limited three games. In week one of the 2023 season, Johnson attempted four passes while also rushing for 45 yards in a win over Florida. In week two, Johnson entered the game in relief after starting quarterback Bryson Barnes struggled. He led the Utes on a game-winning drive completing six of his seven pass attempts for 82 yards while also rushing for 32 yards and a touchdown, as he helped the Utes beat Baylor. In week three, Johnson get his first career start as he completed 13 of his 21 passes for 193 yards and a touchdown while also rushing for 71 yards and a touchdown in a win over Weber State. In week ten versus Arizona State, Johnson rushed for a 59-yard touchdown in a victory. Johnson finished the 2023 season with 499 yards and three touchdowns through the air, while also rushing 59 times for 235 yards and four touchdowns. After the conclusion of the 2023 season, Johnson decided to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

Vanderbilt
On December 17, 2023, Johnson announced that he was transferring to Vanderbilt.