So just treat everybody the same. , Jason Daniel (@JRD24Dawg) September 6, 2021, FinsForLife (@life_fins) September 6, 2021, Jermaine Johnson II and Akeem Dent Jr making Florida State defense look nasty, Lawrence Dennis (@Txman210) September 6, 2021. ", "I just try to be humble. On the second rep, Kinnard evened the score. Tomahawk Nation, a Florida State Seminoles community, Where will Jermaine Johnson land? Ben: I would love to be wrong but I believe Thomas will not be drafted by any team, nor will Corbin. The whole program gets held to the same standard. He believed in who I could be. Some scouts, coaches and analysts considered him to have the best week of practice among players participating. He can play both as an edge rusher in a y- 9 positions or as a stand-up linebacker. I couldn't wait to get here and give everything I had to him and this program.. My teammates work. And I think we can do special things together. And I agree. 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. And they dont have to finish the play with a tackle. 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. LXRhbGVudC1wZXJzcGVjdGl2ZS10by1mc3UtZm9vdGJhbGwiCiAgfSk7CiAg And that's all he had to say and like I said he had confidence in me as a player and a man so anybody that could stand by me especially a head coach like that. I ended up being the No. ", "Of course. 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. 1 overall, evaluates 2023 QB class, Nate Oats comments on Brandon Miller's 'pat down' intro routine: 'It won't happen again', SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Alabama inches toward regular-season title, Kentucky and Mizzou score big wins, Gervon Dexter discusses difficult decision to leave Florida to declare for 2023 NFL Draft, Kirby Smart releases statement on Jalen Carter's alleged involvement in fatal car crash, Will Anderson names the top OT he faced during his college career, Jalen Carter, Georgia DL, subject of arrest warrant after being implicated in fatal crash, Jeremy Banks, Tennessee LB, insists there was 'no reason' he should have missed South Carolina game, Will Anderson reveals the best player he faced during Alabama career. We're in a good spot right now as a program. 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. He wasnt someone who needed to be around other elite talent to really be a productive player.. And hold everybody to the same standard. Y2guY29tL3A/YzE9MiZjMj03MjQxNDY5JmM3PWh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGZmxv I know that doesn't show that the program is bad. So does everybody else in this program. 2023 www.tallahassee.com. If you want to know just how elite Georgias defense is, look no further than FSU defensive lineman Jermaine Johnson. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg They accepted me, and I worked my butt off for them, and I think I gained their respect through that, Johnson said. You see length. He said, We can give you what you want. 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). Right off the bat, I've heard great things about you. I believe what him and the other staff got going here. They believe in what we got going here. Just be kind, figure out how you can help people. Johnson left Georgia to have a rebirth with the Seminoles, and Sunday night is definitely his coming out party. "Coach Norvell, he was the first person to call me. Don't miss out on our great FSU Football and Recruiting coverage. cG9XSlVIbnFWemRFYTd3JmFtcDtndG1fcHJldmlldz1lbnYtMSZhbXA7Z3Rt And its not even close. ", "Work is work. I think coming into this offseason, we know where we can be. Thats the goal. And I remember watching Dalvin play at Florida State. He played college football at Independence CC and Georgia before transferring to Florida State in 2021 where he was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year. Tested as a good athlete in high school before heading to junior college. I feel like thats invaluable, and I cant wait for what this season holds for us., ----------------------------------------------------, Talk about this story with other Florida State football fans in the Tribal Council, PHNjcmlwdD4KICAoZnVuY3Rpb24odyxkLHMsbCxpKXsKICAgICAgICBpZiAo I think we've got the right guys here now to do it and the right guys we're bringing in to do it. Any time you just say great after great after great to come through this university and like I said, this program was top notch not so long ago, and it's still top notch despite winning not so long ago. Johnson likely wouldnt be an every-down defender for Georgia again this year, and now, hes an absolute difference-maker for the Seminoles. My favorite two fits are Baltimore or New England, JJ is a culture guy and both of those places have foundations in place for him to flourish. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Watch: FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson after 24-21 loss to Florida. I talked about it with some guys here recently. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. 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. 19 to the Philadelphia Eagles) were picked ahead of him. As a prospect Johnson does a few things really well: These skills, like most things in football, are best appreciated through film. And these guys are working their butts off. 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. He is the whole package. [2], Johnson began his collegiate career at Independence Community College. eah, I mean I heard about McKenzie coming here, Coach Norvell told me about that. That's all he said, Be you. Just two years later, he established himself as an elite pass-rusher at Independence Community College (or as its more commonly known, Last Chance U), re-emerged as a consensus four-star JUCO recruit, and his career took off as part of one of the nations top defenses at Georgia. Prior to the event in Mobile, he was a projected 2nd-3rd round pick with upside. And then once he heard all he needed to hear that was the first thing that he said. Hutchinson (No. And I'm thankful for it. While starting his college career at a junior college in rural Kansas wasnt ideal at the time, Johnson was quick to point out Thursday how much he learned from that experience and how that can benefit FSU this fall. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. ", "I'm a pass rusher. You see the active hands and the different pass rush moves. SEC hoops notebook: March arrives, season accolades, 8 in dance? Can you put thought in what you are doing with your pass rush? You don't just walk in somewhere and be like, Yeah, Im the new kid on the block. 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. Yeah, I mean that was a factor. Coach Norvell told me what I was walking into in terms of a role that I had to step and be that guy and influence and lead other guys.. 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. Former FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson continues to build momentum as the NFL Draft approaches. Jermaine Johnson was an absolute beast for FSU and he will probably end up winning ACC DPOY. I believe we can get this thing going in the right direction. Johnson was a two-time transfer heading to FSU. Its the constant effort from the graduate transfer that has pro scouts salivating at his NFL potential. And I think we can do special things together. And I agree. Email Matt Murschel at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com or follow him on Twitter at @osmattmurschel. Shortly after it. It's not surprising the Lions would have interest in spending more time with Johnson, a consensus top-12 prospect in the 2022 NFL draft. And they are both projected as top 50 overall prospects. He called around, just a character check. Make sure everything on that end was straight. Shows quickness off the edge with a high-level first step. He finished with career-highs in sacks (3) and tackles for loss (5), including a tackle of UM receiver Will Mallory on a third-and-4 that forced a punt and led to FSUs winning drive. FSU football defensive end Jermaine Johnson bet on himself by choosing the Noles to play his final college season.. April 13, 2022 12:37 pm ET. I will be whatever I can be for this team, whatever they need me to be. Reach Carter Karelsat ckarels@gannett.com or follow him on Twitter@CarterKarels. He has the goods from an athletic and build standpoint., Pride of Detroit: FSU edge defender Jermaine Johnson visits Detroit Lions on pre-draft visit Could the Lions be considering Jermaine Johnson with the second overall pick or are they doing due diligence in case they trade down in the 2022 NFL Draft?, Big Blue View: 2022 NFL Draft prospect profile - Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State The Giants could certainly use a player with Johnsons tools, but has he really worked his way from an unknown to the Top 10 in just one year?, The Falcoholic: The Falcoholic selects FSU EDGE Jermaine Johnson at No. You can't gauge a person like that. Ben: With Jashaun Corbin being at the combine and east-west bowl is huge in getting him those extra opportunities to interact with NFL teams. The team trusts me in that role, and I cant let them down in that sense.. I feel like thats what I try to live by.". Thats how I was raised. Johnson accomplished this with a dominant senior season in. And like I said, I just become more grateful for the position I'm in. I sincerely hope Im wrong and get laughed at for those predictions. Defensive coordinator Adam Fuller shared an example of Johnsons relentless pursuit on the practice field: I go back Friday and were practicing and we run a naked out-of-pocket play and Jermaine sprints 20 yards on a Friday at 9:30 in the morning to chase the guy down. [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. Johnson was drafted by the New York Jets with the twenty-sixth overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. Johnson can play in a versatile position on the defense. ", "I mean I've been in college football for a little bit. dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q I also have fears that a Houston or New York will want that culture, it would be great for them but not great for Jermaine. Johnson was a handful for opposing tackles the first two days of practices in one-on-one pass-rush drills, showing off power, speed, a plethora of pass-rush moves, and one heck of a spin move. When football's over, you take the lessons you learned, use those going forward. Noles News: Is Jared Verse the best edge rusher in college football? And I love playing and being good at it. So I feel like it was a necessary sacrifice and Id do it all again. Jermaine Johnson is an athletic playmaker on the defensive line with a muscular build and long arms giving him a physical advantage. MOBILE - Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II had a great week of practice at the Senior Bowl. But in terms of here, I'm here now. In each of head coach Mike Norvells three years, FSU has added 10-plus players from the portal. So Staley wanted to see who would win in a simulated pass rush rep. At 6-foot-4, 324 pounds, Kinnard significantly outweighedJohnson (6-4 , 259 pounds). 6:31 Jermaine Johnson took a chance on coming to Florida State for his final season believing he could make a lasting impact. Scan the field and youre sure to see the 6-foot-5, 262-pound Johnson moving at breakneck speed toward the football. Flashes his athleticism and closing speed in pursuit. I ended up being the No. [5] Johnson transferred to the University of Georgia following the season. I think thats something that will really help him. You run out of reasons why not, why he shouldnt be considered as a top 10, top 15 type of pick. 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. We love our sports and we love competing so much. He was asked several times by the media Thursday why he chose to finish out his career at a school that went 3-6 last year and had its worst winning percentage in a season since 1975. The end of day ones practice at the Senior Bowl offered a glimpse of what Johnson could accomplish in the NFL. 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. Tommy: This comes down to more of who I want to get drafted compared to the reality of things related to FSU as of late. You want to check boxes based off what you saw on the tape, Brugler said. Especially last week on the National Team at the 2022 Reeses Senior Bowl, the annual postseason all-star game in Mobile, Ala. that features dozens of top draft prospects. Work is work. To be fair, Norvell did have another factor outside of his charismatic personality that helped him bring Johnson to Tallahassee. Its an easy relationship with everyone. You got to earn the respect of people. 8, Noles News: Top-25 wins and losses, AD Alford expresses concern for Florida States role in ACC, Noles News: Baseball takes on No. So, that is just what I believe in. Now that hes firmly settled into the program and was picked to represent FSU at the ACC Kickoff event, Johnson is relishing his newfound role as a valued voice on the team. While there aren't a multitude of . Before he could become a leader, Johnson had to gain the respect of his new teammates during the offseason. His prospect stock for the 2022 NFL Draft has risen considerably during his senior season at FSU, but still varies depending on the evaluator. So, I mean, yeah, a few losing seasons. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hes made an incredible impact. He let me know right off the bat, that obviously I was talented, I can do some things, but that he did make some calls. Jermaine Johnson 6'5/260 lbs/OLB-DEMade By Me, For NoleGameday -- Follow NoleGameday for ALL things Florida State! I feel like we share those values. Hes been projected as high as No. Follow on, Mel Kiper Jr. analyzes historic nature of Bryce Young going No. I love it. 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. Its day to day right now. Against Notre Dame Sunday night in the season opener, Johnson is the most active and most physical defensive player on the field. In his latest mock draft last month, Brugler predicted the Miami Dolphins would select Johnson at No. Recently, he confirmed his . [3] While at Independence, he was featured in the fourth season of the Netflix documentary series Last Chance U where he played under head coach Jason Brown. The junior college route was needed for me, I feel like, in a few different ways. Just God continues to bless me in more ways than I could realize so I can't do anything to repay him other than give thanks and approach every opportunity and give it 110%. Jermaine Johnson is a 6-6, 250-pound Weak-Side Defensive End from Eden Prairie, MN. The disadvantage offensive linemen face in those one-on-one drills makes those faceoffs more of a spectacle than anything else. He just believes in who I am as a player and as a person off the field in terms of character. Of course. None of thosewerethe case. There's nothing but good that comes out of having a player and a teammate like that as part of the program. cmlwdCc+PC9zY3JpcHQ+CjxkaXYgY2xhc3M9J3ZpZGVvLWNvbnRhaW5lcicg I get to the quarterback. After winning ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021, Johnson certainly didnt need to prove himself much. ", "Most definitely. 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. I think I'm pretty good at it. 1 guy in the nation during that process, so that was amazing. You can take whatever information I have to say but like you said you dont just walk in and assume a position. Wherever Johnson lands next, he said he is leaving FSU happy about what he was able to contribute to the future of the program. Quickness. They believe in what we got going here. Georgias front 7 recorded a ridiculous 7 sacks against Clemson. 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