David Johnson
David Johnson
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Will Helms | Prep Redzone Scout
Playing behind a strong defensive line, Johnson was excellent at swooping in and cleaning up the mess in the running game. He’s a strong, reliable tackler with great size. If a player has those two things going for him, it’s usually a good indication he’ll eventually end up as a talented recruit. He made some great plays down the field, and with Dudley’s leading tackler departing, I think we’ll see him make more plays near the line of scrimmage as a sophomore.
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Read EvaluationWill Helms | Prep Redzone Scout
When you watch Johnson’s film, it’s important to remember he’s just a freshman. That’s not because he makes freshman mistakes, but because it’s easy to forget when you watch the free-flowing linebacker. He has good early size, and he can fly to the football when a running back breaks free. He has some room to grow as a pass defender, but his athleticism suggests that aspect of his game will come in time.
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Read EvaluationWill Helms | Prep Redzone Scout
We love young linebackers with a natural feel for defending the run and the size to immediately contribute. Johnson is a guy who can fit gaps and get downhill to stuff running backs. We’d love to see him in person soon, as we like the upside and think he could be one of the best players in the class.
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