And once you have that kind of confidence behind you, I feel like you can do anything. And thats what you want to see in pass rushers. Thats the goal. If Thomas doesnt go in the draft he will get a UDFA deal. You tell us we have to go through that to get it done and be able to play our sport, that's what we were going to do. ewogICAgYzE6ICIyIiwKICAgIGMyOiAiNzI0MTQ2OSIsCiAgICBjNTogIjIw And, I mean, I see things from a different lens, I see things from inside-out. He believed in who I could be. So now I've seen people in my life, not work out well for them as they are growing up, as you transition into an adult. When FSU brought in Johnson and heralded UCF quarterback transfer McKenzie Milton, they instantly improved their 2021 outlook between the hashmarks. I feel like thats what I try to live by.". Johnson still carefully approached the week, missing the final practice and game for precautionary reasons. No one covers the Noles like the Tallahassee Democrat. Triple Option: How does Jermaine Johnson project as an NFL player? As for Wilson, Im with AB. . The talented pass-rusher, who transferred to FSU from Georgia in December, is focused on using his unique football journey to help motivate his Seminole teammates. Jermaine Curtis Johnson II (born January 7, 1999) is an American football defensive end for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). Where will Johnson head to? I have a great support system in my family. So now I've seen people in my life, not work out well for them as they are growing up, as you transition into an adult. Yet in a video of their first rep, which went viral on social media, Johnson is seen pushing Kinnard back before bringing him to the ground. He was already well thought of coming in, so I dont think that necessarily what he did is going to skyrocket his draft grades or anything like that, Brugler said. He has proven his ability to be comfortable as a classic 4-3 edge defender or a 3-4 outside linebacker throughout his collegiate career. Everything he said just made sense. You see the active hands and the different pass rush moves. Realize everybody comes from all backgrounds. Conservatively, I think 4-5th 6-7th are accurate for both Corbin and Thomas but it wouldnt surprise me if they fall into the UDFA category. Johnson becomes FSUs eighth winner of the award since it was first presented in 1993 and joins an illustrious group of former Seminoles which also includes Demarcus Walker (2016), Bjoern Werner (2012), Darnell Dockett (2003), Andre Wadsworth (1997), Peter Boulware (1996), Derrick Alexander (1994) and Derrick Brooks (1993). I sincerely hope Im wrong and get laughed at for those predictions. Y29tc2NvcmUgPSBfY29tc2NvcmUgfHwgW107CiAgX2NvbXNjb3JlLnB1c2go Florida State DE Jermaine Johnson on excitement to lead, optimism for upcoming season Watch on Johnson recorded five sacks last season at Georgia. Shortly after it. Now that Florida State has seen the type of player and person Johnson is this offseason, even his fellow high-profile transfer teammate Milton is impressed. Its usually, Can you get to the quarterback or not? With Jermaine Johnson, not only can he get to the quarterback, but he is very aware versus the run. X2Nvb2tpZXNfd2luPXgnIHN0eWxlPSdkaXNwbGF5Om5vbmU7dmlzaWJpbGl0 He was used mostly as a third-down specialist for Kirby Smarts defense. I thought Johnson showed that length that he has and how he can use it as a weapon, Brugler said. The NFL Scouting Combine, which begins on March 1, announced Wednesday that Johnson and fellow former Seminole Jashaun Corbin received an invite. He has all of the off-field intangibles you would want in a defensive leader. And hold everybody to the same standard. ***Don't miss out on our great FSU Football and Recruiting coverage. The whole atmosphere at Florida State, the field, everything like that. It would have been nice to go out and be a college kid and do all of that stuff. I feel like we share those values. Lmluc2VydEJlZm9yZShzLCBlbCk7CiAgfSkoKTsKPC9zY3JpcHQ+Cgo8bm9z It's really not much to it. Johnson amassed 36 tackles, eight tackles for a loss, seven sacks, 11 quarterback hurries and a pass breakups across those two seasons. He embodies that mentality, just being a professional before hes a pro. So, I mean, yeah, a few losing seasons. There are no quick passes from the quarterback. Noles News: Is Jared Verse the best edge rusher in college football? I mean, coming from high school, coming from junior college, going to Georgia, coming from Georgia, I'm just becoming more grateful for the position I'm in every year. And once you have that kind of confidence behind you, I feel like you can do anything. [9] Johnson had seven tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks in his first game for the Seminoles, a 41-38 overtime loss to Notre Dame, and was named the Atlantic Coast Conference Defensive Lineman of the Week. So, I mean it's not that the program is just done. ", "I'm a pass rusher. Check out number four on the second play in this clip. And the same thing at Georgia, those guys work. Shortly after it. Full videoappears below, followed by complete quotes from Johnson. And hold everybody to the same standard. You can take whatever information I have to say but like you said you dont just walk in and assume a position. YXlzIGhhdmUgdGhlIGxhc3QgdmVyc2lvbgogICAgcy5zcmMgPSAiaHR0cHM6 We cannot be $30 million behind every year: FSU AD Michael Alford talks ACC financial outlook, Florida State is at risk of falling behind financially in the world of college athletics, I have never seen a team that has invested so much in each other: Catch up with Brooke Wyckoff ahead of ACC Tournament, FSU is set to kick off tournament play on Thursday, 2022 New York Jets Draft Prospect DE Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State. He can set up blockers. Florida State football has one key player heading into the 2022 NFL Draft: pass rusher Jermaine Johnson II. And it was needed. [7] As a senior, he finished third on the team with four sacks with 16 total tackles and 11 quarterback hurries. Ben: I would love to be wrong but I believe Thomas will not be drafted by any team, nor will Corbin. It was cool. If you want to know just how elite Georgias defense is, look no further than FSU defensive lineman Jermaine Johnson. Johnson likely wouldnt be an every-down defender for Georgia again this year, and now, hes an absolute difference-maker for the Seminoles. Theres a lot of talented pass rushers, but theres nuance to what Jermaine Johnson is doing with his rush, Brugler said. He is the whole package. Work is work. Jermaine Johnson II was one of the few bright spots from a mediocre 2021 season for the Florida State Seminoles. I've talked to enough people. But at the same time I don't think that us athletes would trade in being able to play the sport we love and compete in order to do that. As I'm sure they are about me. Are you willing to be selfless? He came in as the top-ranked defensive player on my board (among those who participated at the Senior Bowl), and he leaves that same way with maybe even a little more juice than he had coming in.. bS9ucy5odG1sP2lkPUdUTS1NRjZQWFhDJmFtcDtndG1fYXV0aD1LaEg2aGVD Johnson received 53 of the 64 votes after he was also the leagues top vote-getter in All-ACC voting. The transfer portal is also changing the draft evaluation process. Jermaine Johnson II was one of the few bright spots from a mediocre 2021 season for the Florida State Seminoles. I strongly believe in that. We support responsible gambling. This is my show. That's not how it works. After passing up his final year at the University of Georgia to finish his college career at Florida State, it would stand to reason he might be having some regrets. Dalvin Cook, you know James Cook is my former teammate at the University of Georgia. Gambling problem? Follow on, Mel Kiper Jr. analyzes historic nature of Bryce Young going No. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Once he hit the transfer portal last December, he was a hot commodity and nearly every team in the country reached out to him to gauge his interest. Curt Weiler (@CurtMWeiler) September 6, 2021, Thanks UGA! [6], Johnson played in every game for the Georgia Bulldogs as a sophomore, where he had 20 tackles and 2.5 sacks. Noles News: Is Jared Verse the best edge rusher in college football? I feel like I cause problems when I'm right there on the edge, being able to play fast. I play faster. It was cool. The Seminoles have recently prioritized the transfer portal almost as much as high school recruiting. The lasting impression Johnson left on analysts like Brugler from those types of plays has only continued to grow in the pre-draft process. "Are you willing to do that? Make sure everything on that end was straight. You got to earn the respect of people. I think I'm pretty good at it. Since then he has been a sure-fire first-round pick if not a Top-15 prospect. There are no double teams. Speed, power, and HUSTLE.Follow o. FSU player predictions, NFL mock draft, Noles News: FSU coaches receive extensions, raises, All the latest in Florida State Seminoles sports, FSU could have countrys most dynamic rushing attack in 2023, A look at how Jordan Travis, Trey Benson and steady stream of playmakers elevate run game. Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II isnt about to take a play or two off whether its in a game or during practice. Great character things. That was his main point going through the whole thing, bringing the right guys in to get this thing moving in the right direction. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg What we think it looks like and what we need to work on, Johnson said. And I feel like, with that goal, moving forward each day at a time, this program, everything will line up, and it will become what we want it to be. So if everybody thinks like that in a program, you keep the team first, I promise all those accolades, all those individual successes, those will come shortly after. And like I said, I just become more grateful for the position I'm in. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). It will help him stay in the league, even if he doesnt prove to be a 12-sack-a-year type of guy.. Appeared in 21 games with four starts in two seasons at Georgia, totaling 36 tackles, 8.0 for loss with 7.5 sacks, 24 quarterback pressures, one forced fumble and two pass breakupsmade 16 tackles, including 5.0 sacks, 11 quarterback pressures and one pass breakup in seven games during 2020 seasonsacks total ranked third among Bulldogsposted career-high-tying four tackles vs. No. Gang Green Nation: 2022 New York Jets Draft Prospect DE Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State I think Johnson has star written all over him and will be a monster in the NFL eventually., Revenge of the Birds: Could Jermaine Johnson be the heir to Chandler Jones? Johnson understands the responsibility he has on and off the field and said he, loves the pressure of being a leader., From the players to the coaching staff, theyre entrusting me with a ton of different things and a leadership role, and I dont take that lightly. Johnson was a two-time transfer heading to FSU. 14 to the Baltimore Ravens) and Karlaftis (No. Hes the first piece in what is likely a multi-year retooling of the edge group., Sports Illustrated: No. Rep 1 winner: Johnson pic.twitter.com/fWCpMkMGnd. And I love playing and being good at it. They just believe in every player here. So yeah, I was pretty fired up to find out he was coming here as well. I'm just excited to (see) where this program and this team is headed. Johnson recently received an invitation to participate in the Senior Bowl on Feb. 5th in Mobile, Alabama, but said Wednesday he has not decided yet if he will participate. Just doing the dirty hard work in the dark when no one's watching," Johnson said. But at the same time I don't think that us athletes would trade in being able to play the sport we love and compete in order to do that. And so did my head coach, Coach Brown, and the staff over there. I watched his highlights and stuff back in high school to get me ready for a game. And they talked about Mike Tyson and his coach drilling in his head at an early age that nothing mattered but the task at hand. Seminoles All-ACC selections:Johnson and Robinson lead group of eight Florida State All-ACC football selections, Lasting legacy:In only one season, Jermaine Johnson has left a lasting legacy on Florida State football, Grading the Seminoles:Florida State football final report card: Evaluating the Seminoles after their 5-7 season. Position: LB/DE 6-5, 260lb (196cm, 117kg) Draft: 1st round, 26th overall of the 2022 NFL draft by the New York Jets. That whole group of guys. He also shared what he expects his role with the Seminoles to be and much more. But if he was a top 25 pick coming in, now you start to run out of reasons why he cant go higher. And they dont have to finish the play with a tackle. Tall, long edge rusher. Whats left to prove? So Johnson transferring to FSU came with plenty of risk. And I feel like, with that goal, moving forward each day at a time, this program, everything will line up, and it will become what we want it to be. 2023 www.tallahassee.com. Email Matt Murschel at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com or follow him on Twitter at @osmattmurschel. ", "Work is work. If theres a big difference, then you need to figure out whats going on and whats the difference between the tape. You do anything how you do everything. But over the course of his 12 months, he said he saw a foundation being built for future success through hard work and commitment. 10, New York Jets. Reach Carter Karelsat ckarels@gannett.com or follow him on Twitter@CarterKarels. I care so much about Florida State and the people involved.. 4 to the New York Jets and is a virtual lock to be selected in the first round. The Detroit Lions hosted Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson for one of the team's 30 allotted pre-draft visits this week. Jermaine Johnson II is a 6'5" 260 lb defensive Edge rusher with a linebacker body. Still has some room to add size once he gets in a Power 5 strength program. That is where it starts with a winning program, culture, and that carries on to everything else off the field, individually, and as a team. 2 Alabamaplayed all 14 games in 2019, recording 20 tackles, 3.0 for loss with 2.5 sacks, 13 quarterback pressures, one forced fumble and one pass breakupregistered 96 tackles, including 19.0 for loss with 12.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries in 20 games at Independencerated as consensus top-three JUCO prospect nationallyearned All-Metro honors at Eden Prairie. 20 college football teams we aren't sold on in 2023, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Mizzou shocks Tennessee, Alabama downs Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Alabama stays unbeaten in SEC play, Tennessee outlasts Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: A new top team emerges, Alabama loses in blowout fashion, Mizzou lights it up again. So just treat everybody the same. Hes agile. So does everybody else in this program. And the same thing at Georgia, those guys work. That goes on. Try to do what makes you happy in life. In terms of the cameras in Last Chance U, I wasnt really all caught up into that, just because I love the sport of football. April 13, 2022 12:37 pm ET. 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FSU football defensive end Jermaine Johnson bet on himself by choosing the Noles to play his final college season.. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Few players at this week's ACC Kickoff traveled the type of road taken by Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson. The whole program gets held to the same standard. Jermaine Johnson took a chance on coming to Florida State for his final season believing he could make a lasting impact. 8 TCU, The Battles End goes public, He has a good first step with long strides, He varies his moves- not relying too heavily on one or two moves, He has good spatial and situational awareness. Odds & lines subject to change. You tell us we have to go through that to get it done and be able to play our sport, that's what we were going to do. Johnson, who grew up in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, a small city with a population of roughly 66,000 found himself playing junior college football at even tinier Independence, Kansas, with a population of under 10,000. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. He really took charge of the defense, Johnson said. I just need you here to be yourself and be what I think you can be. For a guy that I didn't really know, to have that kind of belief in me as a player and a person and give me the opportunity that I wanted and trust me not to take advantage of it and trust me to handle that position with care, that's all I really was. Hes made an incredible impact. And I'm very happy that he did. They've also had three coaching changes. FSU AD Michael Alford updates Board of Trustees on current, future projects, state of NIL, Four Florida State freshmen explain why they did not sign with other top programs, 'Weatherman' Harrison Prieto balancing increased role with FSU basketball, master's degree, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The former Georgia Bulldog came to Tallahassee last season and lit up opposing. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Youd have to ask them for that, but I gave them everything I got and still do.. Theres a point where I was at the bottom of the bottom and I was wishing to be in their shoes, Johnson said. And I feel like that was the case for me and a lot of other players at a lot of other sports in the country. You see a guy who understands what hes doing.. Johnsons defensive coordinator at Georgia, Dan Lanning, began his college coaching career as a graduate assistant on two different staffs with Norvell from 2011-2013, at Pittsburgh and Arizona State. I ended up being the No. He was a monster. TALLAHASSEE -- New Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson met with the media on Friday. After his week at the Senior Bowl, Johnson should elevate in the projections. But hes no slug. aWQ9J2RzX2RlZmF1bHRfYW5jaG9yJz48L2Rpdj4KPC9kaXY+CjwvZGl2PgoK, Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform, PCEtLSBCZWdpbiBjb21TY29yZSBUYWcgLS0+Cgo8c2NyaXB0PgogIHZhciBf Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Beyond his impact leadership, teams will be attracted by his complete game being effective in both the run and pass defense. I love it. I believe what him and the other staff got going here. Smith looked to evade Johnson by moving backward and reangling his trajectory to the sideline. So I had to go and do what I had to do. And I feel that God put me on that path for a reason. He was consistently disruptive throughout the week in one-on-ones and during team drills. Michigans Aidan Hutchinson and Oregons Kayvon Thibodeaux are the consensus top two defensive ends in this class. 9 Notre Damewas first FSU defender to reach those benchmarks against ranked opponent since Brian Burns in 2017recorded 10 tackles, with 0.5 sack, and one quarterback hurry at Wake Forestbecame first FSU defender since Demarcus Walker in 2016 to have consecutive games with at least 10 tacklesregistered three tackles, 1.0 sack, and two quarterback hurries vs. Louisvillemade seven tackles and one pass breakup vs. Syracusehad six tackles, 1.0 sack, and one quarterback hurry at North Carolinaregistered four solo tackles, including 2.0 for loss with 1.0 sack, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery at Clemsonstrip-sacked Clemson quarterback and returned fumble six yards for touchdown that gave FSU 20-17 lead with 7:39 remaining in fourth quarterwas Florida States first strip-sack with same defender forcing fumble and recovering fumble for touchdown since 2013made one tackle vs. UMasscredited with five tackles and season-high three quarterback hurries vs. North Carolina Statehad three tackles, 1.0 for loss, and two quarterback hurries at Boston Collegerecorded six tackles, including 1.0 sack, and season-high-tying three quarterback hurries in season finale at Florida. [10][11] He was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year and first-team All-ACC after he finished the season with 70 tackles and led the ACC with 18 tackles for loss and 12 sacks. Again. Y3JpcHQ+CiAgPGltZyBzcmM9Imh0dHBzOi8vc2Iuc2NvcmVjYXJkcmVzZWFy I know how to persevere through anything, Johnson said. Atlantic Coast Conference Football Player of the Year, "How Jermaine Johnson went from Kansas to Georgia Bulldogs", "Linebacker Jermaine Johnson is coming into his own for Georgia", "Jermaine Johnson adjusts from 'Last Chance U' stardom to limitations at Georgia", "Jermaine Johnson, nation's No. My teammates work. He was a monster. The Seminoles only got him for 12 games, but you'd better believe he did exactly that. Jameis Winston. Noles News: FSU coaches receive extensions, raises, All the latest in Florida State Seminoles sports, FSU could have countrys most dynamic rushing attack in 2023, A look at how Jordan Travis, Trey Benson and steady stream of playmakers elevate run game. L3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNvbS9ndG0uanM/aWQ9JytpK2RsKycm I play faster. We know what that looks like, and I feel that every day we incorporate those values and those character aspects into what we have now here. Once you have that kind of family feel, that kind of camaraderie around the whole program, not just players, not just the coaches, just the whole program, I feel like special things can happen. So I had to go and do what I had to do. But I do know if they played in SEC, it takes a certain kind of grit to play in the SEC week-in and week-out. When your best players are your hardest workers, they can be an example of what it takes, said coach Mike Norvell. Y2guY29tL3A/YzE9MiZjMj03MjQxNDY5JmM3PWh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGZmxv You just start to run out of reasons why he cant go in the top 15.. Just be kind, figure out how you can help people. You don't just walk in somewhere and be like, Yeah, Im the new kid on the block. "I talked about it with some guys here recently. The play doesnt drop off at all. So I'm just ready to get to work with them and just get this thing moving. Hes shown enough and has the measurables to get a look at the very least on a practice squad somewhere. And its not even close. From all accounts, he fit into the team quickly and seamlessly, even as a transfer. This article first appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. 1 guy in the nation during that process, so that was amazing. After winning ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021, Johnson certainly didnt need to prove himself much. Entering his fifth and final season of college football, Johnson said he views 2021 as a '"rebirth" to his college career. Johnson was a two-time transfer heading to FSU. ", "The junior college route was needed for me, I feel like, in a few different ways. It will not be the same season they had last year, and like I said earlier, McKenzie comes from a winning program, Coach Norvell comes from a winning program, I come from a winning program, Johnson said. ACC Defensive Player of the Yearfirst player in ACC history to earn defensive or offensive Player of the Year in his first season with an ACC programESPN All-AmericanWalter Camp and CBS Sports/247Sports first-team All-AmericanAP, FWAA, The Athletic second-team All-AmericanTed Hendricks Award finalistsemifinalist for Bednarik Award and Lombardi Awardfirst-team All-ACCfour-time ACC Defensive Lineman of the WeekFSU Defensive MVPstarted all 12 games and recorded 70 tackles, 18.0 for loss with 12.0 sacks, two forced fumbles, 12 quarterback hurries, two pass breakups and one fumble recoveryled ACC in tackles for loss and sacks, which were most at FSU since Demarcus Walker in 2016ranked sixth nationally in sacks and eighth in tackles for losstackles total was most among all Power 5 defensive linemenwas only Power 5 player with at least 3.0 sacks and 4.0 tackles for loss in multiple gamesmade seven tackles, including career-best 5.0 tackles for loss with career-high-tying 3.0 sacks, and one forced fumble vs. Miamino player in history of FSU-Miami rivalry has recorded more tackles for losshis 5.0 tackles for loss and 3.0 sacks were both single-game highs for any ACC defender in 2021TFL total was most by FSU defender since 2012 and one shy of single-game school recordrecorded career-high 11 tackles, with 4.0 tackles for loss and career-high 3.0 sacks, and one pass breakup vs. Jacksonville Statein records dating back to 2000, was first FSU player with 11, 4.0 and 3.0 in a gamefirst ACC player to record 11 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss and 3.0 sacks in a game since 2011opened season with then-career-high seven tackles, 2.5 for loss with 1.5 sacks, vs. No. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. ZW50KCJzY3JpcHQiKSwgZWwgPSBkb2N1bWVudC5nZXRFbGVtZW50c0J5VGFn I think we've got the right guys here now to do it and the right guys we're bringing in to do it. Johnson said Wednesday morning he came to FSU for more than just earning accolades. I love it. Youve got to be wired different to come back from what he's come back from. Shows quickness off the edge with a high-level first step. Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson talks about the loss to Florida and playing his last game as a Seminole and his impact in one season. But I need you to do this for the team. I believe what him and the other staff got going here. I couldn't be more thankful for coaching, development. There was a time not that long ago when Johnson feared he'd never get any such chance to play FBS-level football or beyond. Thats how I was raised. Ly9zLnlpbWcuY29tL2N4L3Z6bS9jcy5qcyI7CiAgICBlbC5wYXJlbnROb2Rl Entering the week, Johnson leads all Power 5 defensive linemen in tackles and ranks in the top-six nationally in sacks and tackles for loss. He spent his first season at JUCO . Has good hands with the ability to disengage from offensive linemen. Your account has an invalid email address. It wasn't like, Oh, we were lacking here, we need you here. It was, This is the kind of person that you are, this is the kind of character that I hear that you have. Social media is on ire discussing Johnsons play: @Patriots draft Jermaine Johnson at all costs @LastChanceUAlum pic.twitter.com/9ydEFgCFDg, Nighthawk (@KrikorianB15) September 6, 2021, Jermaine Johnson II thats the tweet @ii_jermaine #JUCOPRODUCT pic.twitter.com/dxf4LYc6rg, JUCO Football Frenzy (@JUCOFFrenzy) September 6, 2021. I strongly believe in that. Hes a first guy in, last guy out type of dude. It wasnt because I said, OK, on this play I want your best. No, thats just how we have to practice.. I think Corbin becomes the only player (outside of JJ) to make a 53-man roster in 2022. I talked about it with some guys here recently. The end of day ones practice at the Senior Bowl offered a glimpse of what Johnson could accomplish in the NFL. I think he has that both in his awareness, the way he sees the game, and also having the physical tools to do something about it., #FloridaState DE Jermaine Johnson had another standout day on Saturday with 3.0 sacks. And it doesnt always work out like Jermaine Johnson. It wasn't like, Oh, we were lacking here, we need you here. It was, This is the kind of person that you are, this is the kind of character that I hear that you have. FSU edge defender Jermaine Johnson visits Detroit Lions on pre-draft visit, The Falcoholic selects FSU EDGE Jermaine Johnson at No. WalterFootball.com recently projected Johnson as a first-rounder, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Watch: FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson after 24-21 loss to Florida. It comes naturally. cmlkYXN0YXRlLnJpdmFscy5jb20lMkZuZXdzJTJGZGUtamVybWFpbmUtam9o The transfer from Georgia developed into a star off of the edge for Florida State. I mean just think of the guy's story. So, I mean, yeah, a few losing seasons. He finished his college career by recording 70 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks, two forced fumbles . When football's over, you take the lessons you learned, use those going forward. 26 Pick of 2022 NFL Draft", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jermaine_Johnson_II&oldid=1139709830, Players of American football from Minnesota, Short description is different from Wikidata, New York Jets currentteam parameter articles, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 16 February 2023, at 14:14. Can convert speed to power with his bull rush. That ties into how great this program can become again, and I'm excited to be a part of that rebuild.". Before he could become a leader, Johnson had to gain the respect of his new teammates during the offseason.

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