Final Season Stats. And then once he heard all he needed to hear that was the first thing that he said. [7] As a senior, he finished third on the team with four sacks with 16 total tackles and 11 quarterback hurries. Johnsons sacks and tackles for loss were the most for an FSU defender since Walker, now with the Houston Texans, had 21.5 tackles for loss and 16 sacks the season he won the award in 2016. 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. 3 to the Houston Texans), Ojabo (No. I gave a lot of credit to him for proving that he could play a lot more snaps and still be productive. CoachAB: Jordan Wilson has an interesting size/speed combo. 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. I know how to persevere through anything, Johnson said. ", "Work is work. Johnson was a two-time transfer heading to FSU. Michigans Aidan Hutchinson and Oregons Kayvon Thibodeaux are the consensus top two defensive ends in this class. My teammates work. But I thought Jermaine Johnson kind of put an exclamation point on what he did during his fantastic senior season with the Seminoles. So, I'm just fired up to get those kind of guys in this program. From all accounts, he fit into the team quickly and seamlessly, even as a transfer. Rep 1 winner: Johnson pic.twitter.com/fWCpMkMGnd. 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. You do anything how you do everything. He called me personally. He was consistently disruptive throughout the week in one-on-ones and during team drills. IC8+Cjwvbm9zY3JpcHQ+CjwhLS0gRW5kIGNvbVNjb3JlIFRhZyAtLT4KCgo=, Enjoying TheOsceola? Thats how I was raised. But no, that happened from a guy who really didnt get a lot of hype going into the day. He had a lot to say about Coach Norvell, Johnson said. I'm a pass rusher. What I loved about Jermaine Johnsons tape was, if you told me to give me the best five plays he had on tape, three of them might have been versus the run," Brugler said. But in terms of here, I'm here now. 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. bjsKICAgICAgICB3W2xdPXdbbF18fFtdO3dbbF0ucHVzaCh7J2d0bS5zdGFy AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Check out number four on the second play in this clip. While I expect guys like Keir, Dotson and Wilson to be potential practice squad players to start their career. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Jermaine Johnson Overview; We do not target any individuals under the age of 21. I watched his highlights and stuff back in high school to get me ready for a game. Having a fringe starting role at Georgia didnt keep Johnson from being on the NFL Draft radar. Johnson even said that he, Milton, FSU redshirt sophomore quarterback Jordan Travis and others on the team have a leadership council that meets to plan the best ways to guide younger players on the team. So that was my main priority was being the best I can be and being able to have the opportunity to choose any school I wanted to go to. Entering his fifth and final season of college football, Johnson said he views 2021 as a '"rebirth" to his college career. Fox Sports NFL Draft Analyst Rob Rang recently projected Johnson going late in the first round 31st overall. Hes agile. Email Matt Murschel at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com or follow him on Twitter at @osmattmurschel. bD0nK2w6Jyc7ai5hc3luYz10cnVlO2ouc3JjPQogICAgICAgICdodHRwczov 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. : "Man, the whole staff, theyre a great group of guys. Capable of shooting gaps inside and winning with speed on the outside. 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. He can play both as an edge rusher in a y- 9 positions or as a stand-up linebacker. I ended up being the No. And in the few workouts we've had, these guys are working. cmlkYXN0YXRlLnJpdmFscy5jb20lMkZuZXdzJTJGZGUtamVybWFpbmUtam9o Johnson competed anyway, unlike other top prospects like Thibodeaux and Hutchinson. "Are you willing to do that? Johnson amassed 36 tackles, eight tackles for a loss, seven sacks, 11 quarterback hurries and a pass breakups across those two seasons. ", "I will be whatever I can be for this team, whatever they need me to be. Position: LB/DE 6-5, 260lb (196cm, 117kg) Draft: 1st round, 26th overall of the 2022 NFL draft by the New York Jets. Ive been through a lot during my whole football career. 2023 www.tallahassee.com. CoachAB: I can see Keir Thomas and Jashaun Corbin going in the draft. He believed in who I could be. Jermaine Johnson II is a 6'5" 260 lb defensive Edge rusher with a linebacker body. SEC hoops notebook: March arrives, season accolades, 8 in dance? This article first appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. I mean just think of the guy's story. He also shared what he expects his role with the Seminoles to be and much more. Florida State Edge Jermaine Johnson II. eah, I mean I heard about McKenzie coming here, Coach Norvell told me about that. All Rights Reserved. Keith Flick (@Atypical_B) September 6, 2021, Willie Washington (@BeardedBetz) September 6, 2021. "I talked about it with some guys here recently. I got there and they just invited me in. [6], Johnson played in every game for the Georgia Bulldogs as a sophomore, where he had 20 tackles and 2.5 sacks. Zm9vdGJhbGwmYzU9MjAyMjczMzA5NyZjdj0yLjAmY2o9MSZjc191Y2ZyPTAi Weve got a core group of leaders that have tried to be that example. You come in, you work, and you guys grow together. Work is work. And so did my head coach, Coach Brown, and the staff over there. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. 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. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II isnt about to take a play or two off whether its in a game or during practice. I thought we saw that from Johnson., #Lions HC Duce Staley picked Kentucky OL Darian Kinnard and Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson for post-practice 1-on-1. Johnson left Georgia to have a rebirth with the Seminoles, and Sunday night is definitely his coming out party. The whole atmosphere at Florida State, the field, everything like that. The Seminoles have recently prioritized the transfer portal almost as much as high school recruiting. The Athletics Dane Brugler has Johnson ranked 46th overall among his top 50 draft prospects, but praised his pursuit, awareness and open field finish following the Miami game. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. So, I mean it's not that the program is just done. Most definitely. It's fun to be around guys that want to work. Get your 30-day FREE trial***. We love our sports and we love competing so much. If Thomas doesnt go in the draft he will get a UDFA deal. Johnson earned ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors Wednesday, capping a season where he led the conference in sacks (12) and tackles for loss (18). Are you willing to put the team first? Yeah, I mean that was a factor. The 2022 NFL Draft kicks off this week, beginning with the first round this Thursday, starting at 8 p.m. and set to be broadcast on ESPN, ABC and NFL Network.. Johnson grew up in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and attended Eden Prairie High School. When football's over, you take the lessons you learned, use those going forward. And it doesnt always work out like Jermaine Johnson. And they dont have to finish the play with a tackle. Jermaine Johnson is playing good ball. c3M9J3ZpZGVvLWFkLXdyYXBwZXInPgo8c2NyaXB0IGFzeW5jIHNyYz0nLy9j But he decided to bet on himself, and he really showed out as being the guy on that defensive line. ZW50KCJzY3JpcHQiKSwgZWwgPSBkb2N1bWVudC5nZXRFbGVtZW50c0J5VGFn You run out of reasons why not, why he shouldnt be considered as a top 10, top 15 type of pick. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. And we all have a common goal. At Florida State, Johnson was one of the only ACC players on defense to ever win an ACC Defensive Player of the Year . Just take one day at a time, get 1% better. Ben Meyerson, Tommy Mire and CoachAB weigh in with their thoughts: Sports Illustrated: No. The former Georgia defender spoke about why FSU was his landing spot upon entering the transfer portal. And hold everybody to the same standard. You just got to come in and work, you got to earn a leadership role. I believe what him and the other staff got going here. I care so much about Florida State and the people involved.. Johnson goes 18 overall to YOUR Philadelphia Eagles. In each of head coach Mike Norvells three years, FSU has added 10-plus players from the portal. #FSU Draftees Combine Comparison:Jermaine Johnson ('22) 6'5 254 Ibs40: 4.58s10-yard split: 1.55sVert: 32'Broad: 12'5Arm Length: 34'Wingspan: 82 7/8'Brian Burns ('19) 6'5 249 lbs40: 4.53s10-yard split: 1.54sVert: 36'Broad: 12'9Arm Length: 33 7/8'Wingspan: 83 5/8'. 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. After winning ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021, Johnson certainly didnt need to prove himself much. Can convert speed to power with his bull rush. I feel like we share those values. Just doing the dirty hard work in the dark when no one's watching," Johnson said. And, I mean, I see things from a different lens, I see things from inside-out. Check out Jermaine Johnson II's College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits and More College Stats at Sports-Reference.com . April 13, 2022 12:37 pm ET. Love them. His prospect stock for the 2022 NFL Draft has risen considerably during his senior season at FSU, but still varies depending on the evaluator. My birthday was on the seventh, just passed, and me and my dad brought a cake in and we celebrated my birthday and stuff. Yeah, I mean that was a factor. Thats the goal. Even though he was transferring out of Athens and away from his coordinator, Lannings high praise of Norvell clearly held a lot of stock for Johnson when he was weighing his options. Shows quickness off the edge with a high-level first step. He is the whole package. 19 to the Philadelphia Eagles) were picked ahead of him. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Some scouts, coaches and analysts considered him to have the best week of practice among players participating. aWQ9J2RzX2RlZmF1bHRfYW5jaG9yJz48L2Rpdj4KPC9kaXY+CjwvZGl2PgoK, Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform, PCEtLSBCZWdpbiBjb21TY29yZSBUYWcgLS0+Cgo8c2NyaXB0PgogIHZhciBf 8 I went with Johnson because I believe hes a really, really good player who will make an immediate impact for the Falcons. Getting to the quarterback is great, but you have to be a well-rounded player to stick in the league. 15 in an unprecedented 2022 draft dominated by defensive picks. I just feel more comfortable playing on the edge. Throughout the season, the four-time ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week, came up with numerous clutch plays including his three-sack, five-tackles for loss performance in a 31-28 win over Miami and his strip sack, fumble return for a touchdown at Clemson. [8] Towards the end of the season Johnson entered the transfer portal and enrolled at Florida State for his final season of NCAA eligibility. I feel like I cause problems when I'm right there on the edge, being able to play fast. Just be kind, figure out how you can help people. Hes shown enough and has the measurables to get a look at the very least on a practice squad somewhere. Hes the first piece in what is likely a multi-year retooling of the edge group., Sports Illustrated: No. Recently, he confirmed his . Just Mikal (@KingMe1906) September 6, 2021. During this season, Johnson was more of a rotational piece for the Bulldogs' defense, but he made the most of it. He can set a hard edge. I know that doesn't show that the program is bad. With preseason camp just a couple weeks away, Johnson explained that bringing in more proven winners to the team will help the Noles have a better chance at a turnaround season in 2021. 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. Please update it here. Johnson is tied for second in the nation in sacks (11) and fifth in tackles for loss (16), making him one of the most indispensable pieces of the Seminoles defense. Where will the newest professional NFL Seminole be headed? ewogICAgYzE6ICIyIiwKICAgIGMyOiAiNzI0MTQ2OSIsCiAgICBjNTogIjIw The play, which came in a 31-28 win over Miami, involved Johnson bringing down Hurricane wide receiver Brashard Smith for a five-yard loss. You see power. 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. There's nothing but good that comes out of having a player and a teammate like that as part of the program. And then once he heard all he needed to hear that was the first thing that he said. The lasting impression Johnson left on analysts like Brugler from those types of plays has only continued to grow in the pre-draft process. Johnson recorded five sacks last season at Georgia. Johnson can play in a versatile position on the defense. He played in 21 games for UGA and totaled 36 tackles over the last 2 seasons. Jermaine Johnson 6'5/260 lbs/OLB-DEMade By Me, For NoleGameday -- Follow NoleGameday for ALL things Florida State! I believe we can get this thing going in the right direction. Of course. Scan the field and you're sure to see the 6-foot-5, 262-pound . 8 TCU, The Battles End goes public. And I'm thankful for it. I feel like thats what I try to live by. There's nothing but good that comes out of having a player and a teammate like that as part of the program. 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. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Jermaine Johnson II was one of the few bright spots from a mediocre 2021 season for the Florida State Seminoles. Georgias front 7 recorded a ridiculous 7 sacks against Clemson. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg Its the constant effort from the graduate transfer that has pro scouts salivating at his NFL potential. ", "You just got to come in and work, you got to earn a leadership role. I have a great amount of respect for both of those guys. But Johnsons practices from earlier in the week were enough to further elevatehis profile. Subscribe using the link at the top of the page and never miss a moment. bHMuY29tL25ld3MvZGUtamVybWFpbmUtam9obnNvbi1icmluZ3MtdW5pcXVl You want to check boxes based off what you saw on the tape, Brugler said. Jermaine Johnson is best player on the FSU team UGA Alum '95 (@UGA_AlumADS1995) September 6, 2021 Former Dawg Jermaine Johnson looking good for FSU tonight! Tommy: Dotson. Ben: I would love to be wrong but I believe Thomas will not be drafted by any team, nor will Corbin. 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. I just have the same approach to everything in life. The 2022 NFL Draft kicks off this week, beginning with the first round this Thursday, starting at 8 p.m. and set to be broadcast on ESPN, ABC and NFL Network. Weve got everything we need and now it is moving in the right direction. Or the scheme could have been the wrong fit. X2Nvb2tpZXNfd2luPXgnIHN0eWxlPSdkaXNwbGF5Om5vbmU7dmlzaWJpbGl0 FSU continues to look for its next Johnson, the poster child of sorts for transfers. A day after he earned first-team All-ACC honors, Johnson took home the conferences highest prize for a defender when he won ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors. Lmluc2VydEJlZm9yZShzLCBlbCk7CiAgfSkoKTsKPC9zY3JpcHQ+Cgo8bm9z To me he is still a round 5-7 guy who could be a preferred UDFA, meaning he will have some options if he is not drafted. I need you to be that guy and I need you to act this way. And we all have a common goal. Like I said culture change and doing everything right off the field, everything else will transition to the field. Jermaine Johnson. 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? 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. 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 . Dog poops on court during halftime show, perfectly summing up Louisville's season, Nate Oats weighs in on Brandon Miller not earning SEC weekly awards, Overrated? Where will Johnson head to? That goes on. Reach Andre Fernandez at afernandez@tallahassee.com or follow him on Twitter@FernandezAndreC. That's all he said, Be you. Odds & lines subject to change. 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. Brugler, an NFL Draft analyst for The Athletic, instead prefers one of Johnsons 18 tackles for a loss. I'm just excited to (see) where this program and this team is headed. I know that doesn't show that the program is bad. Whats left to prove? And these guys are working their butts off. FSU football defensive end Jermaine Johnson bet on himself by choosing the Noles to play his final college season.. The program is not bad, it just had a national championship in 2013, they just came off from winning a bunch of conference championship. 'll do whatever the team needs me to do. Copyright 2023, Florida State University. Tommy: There has been a lot of hype around JJ 11 and rightfully so. I think coming into this offseason, we know where we can be. 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