Ikaika Ragsdale News, Rumors, Updates - North Texas Mean Green

Finds new home Ragsdale committed to play football at Sacramento State.

Impact Ragsdale combined for over 1,200 yards on the ground and 12 touchdowns over his first two seasons, but injuries piled up, limiting him to just four games over the last two years. The senior will look to start fresh and recapture a starting role with his new program.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

UNT football portal entries tracker: RB Ikaika Ragsdale to depart after injuries derailed career North Texas running back Ikaika Ragsdale announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal on Thursday, ending his attempt to return to...

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • DENTONRC.COM

Hits transfer portal Ragsdale will enter the transfer portal, Brett Vito of the Denton Record-Chronicle reports.

Impact Ragsdale only played in two games each of the past two seasons, as injuries significantly limited his upperclassmen years at North Texas. In his last season as a featured back in 2022, he ran for 755 yards and seven touchdowns on 5.3 yards-per-carry. He figures to have two seasons of eligibility remaining.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for ECU game Ragsdale (undisclosed) did not play during Saturday's 40-28 loss to East Carolina.

Impact North Texas' 2024 regular season is expected to be capped off at Temple on Nov. 30. The running back has not played any games since Week 2, when he logged eight carries for 13 yards and a loss in his lone reception.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In uniform Saturday Ragsdale (undisclosed) is in uniform ahead of Saturday's matchup with ECU, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports reports.

Impact Ragsdale looks to be trending towards making his first appearance since suffering an injury in Week 2. The junior running back had 58 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries to start the campaign.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

At practice Tuesday Ragsdale (undisclosed) was at practice Tuesday, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports reports.

Impact Ragsdale practicing does not confirm his availability but indicates at least a possibility that he could play in North Texas' next game. Currently, it is scheduled for Saturday against East Carolina.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out vs. UTSA Ragsdale (undisclosed) is out for Friday's game at UTSA, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Ragsdale hasn't played since Week 2, and that trend will continue here. His next chance to play will come against East Carolina on Nov. 23.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of depth chart Ragsdale (undisclosed) is not part of the Mean Green's depth chart for their game Friday at UTSA.

Impact Currently, the Mean Green's depth chart includes three running backs, none Ragsdale. Considering that their depth chart is more of a two-deep, he might be available. However, it would be as a limited option, which does not inspire his availability and excellence on the ground Friday.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Ragsdale (undisclosed) is back at practice for the Mean Green, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Ragsdale hasn't played since Week 2. Now, it's unclear if his return to practice mean's he's ready to suit up, but this is a step in the right direction for the tailback who's a rotational part of this backfield when healthy.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP for Memphis game Ragsdale (undisclosed) did not play during North Texas' 52-44 loss Saturday at Memphis.

Impact In a game that saw offensive outbursts from both sides, Ragsdale stayed put again with an undisclosed problem that continues to affect him. He will be out until further notice.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Florida Atlantic Ragsdale (undisclosed) will remain out in Week 7 against Florida Atlantic, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Ragsdale hasn't played since Week 2, and will continue to miss time with his undisclosed injury. The tailback has logged 22 carries for 58 yards and a score this season, but there's no telling with he'll return to the field. His next chance to suit up will come on Oct. 19 against Memphis.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be out for a while Ragsdale (undisclosed) will be out for a while, Brett Vito of The Denton Record-Chronicle reports.

Impact North Texas' football program will not have Ragsdale for its upcoming game Saturday against Wyoming and indefinitely. Without him available when UNT played at Texas Tech, several players received more opportunities to carry the ball. They include Damashja Harris, Zach Evans, Makenzie McGill and Shane Porter.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Ragsdale (undisclosed) will not play Saturday at Texas Tech, Brett Vito of the Denton Record-Chronicle reports.

Impact Ragsdale is dealing with an undisclosed injury, an injury that will keep him out of Saturday's game. He led the Mean Green backfield in Week 1, but only gained six yards on nine touches in Week 2. Zach Evans and Damashja Harris are set for an increased workload versus the Big 12 opponent.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in UNT debut Ragsdale had 14 carries for 45 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all three targets for 20 yards during Saturday's 52-38 victory over South Alabama.

Impact Ragsdale established himself as the Eagles' No. 1 running back in Saturday's opener, as he received 17 touches, more than Damashja Harris and Juwaun Price combined. While he was not particularly efficient, he still scored a touchdown and was utilized in the passing game. With the Mean Green's defense in rough shape too, the offense will have plenty of opportunities to be on the field which raises Ragsdale's upside.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ikaika Ragsdale back as UNT's starting running back heading into season opener The Mean Green lost their top three running backs from a year ago and had a host of transfers and high school recruits set to compete to fil...

AUGUST 28, 2024 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Practicing in fall camp Ragsdale (undisclosed) is participating in the Mean Green fall camp, Ethan Plinsky of 247Sports reports.

Impact Ragsdale is back at North Texas practice after missing much of the spring, including the spring game. He's reportedly taking most of the first-team reps at halfback, and figures to split some of those carries with Juwan Price. It's unclear how exactly the snaps will be divided in the backfield, but Ragsdale is clearly in the right spot to lead the way.

AUGUST 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rushes for two TDs Ragsdale rushed 21 times for 94 yards and two touchdowns and had four catches for 26 yards versus Boise State in Saturday's Frisco Bowl.

Impact The North Texas backfield was crowded this year and featured a lot of shifting in roles. Given that a new head coach is arriving, things should definitely change on the roster front, and Ragsdale could be a part of that.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finally makes a splash Ragsdale rushed 16 times for 119 yards and a touchdown against FAU on Saturday.

Impact The Mean Green have a few backs who have been in the mix all season, and Ragsdale has largely been down the depth chart. This is his first game with double-digit touches, but he clearly made the most of them.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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