"I think NFL personnel wanted to see me do it against elite competition and I went into it with a chip on my shoulder and showed I can do it against the best of the best," he said at Florida State's pro day. Nick has your breakdown. Florida State's Jermaine Johnson was the best player at the Senior Bowl this week, turning in a show of such violence and destruction that he bowed out of the event entirely after just two. Joe is currently hosting Blewetts Blitz, bringing player and game film breakdowns and podcasts (video and audio). All three of New York's additions in the first roundCincinnati cornerback Ahmad Gardner, Ohio State wide receiver Garrett Wilson and Johnsonwere among the top-eight prospects on the Jets' draft board, per Douglas. From a player on the field in high school (FS/CB/WR/RB) to working with former NFL players including Marcus Coleman and Erik McMillan, as well as many hours of studying, Joe brings a rare level of expertise to his content. There are stretches of games when he can be seen doing a lot, but accomplishing little. Gambling problem? -Experience: Johnson played sparingly at Georgia after dominating the JUCO level. Packers.com has consulted more than two dozen mock drafts from reputable national outlets and compiled a list of players most frequently mocked as draft selections in the bottom half of the first round (picks 16-32) who would fit Green Bay's potential roster needs. NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah is one of the top draft experts out there. 10 - Prospect is a unicorn and possesses both rare physical traits and elite mental traits. Should be a perennial All-Pro and Pro Bowl player (i.e. 9 - Definite first-round prospect with very good athletic and intangible traits. Strengths: In todays front-versatile NFL, you want an edge defender who has some game inside the tackles, and Johnson qualifies. "I felt like going into this draft that you could ask 31 other teams how they ranked the wideouts, tackles, corners, every position and thered be a different ranking," Douglas said. Florida State EDGE rusher Jermaine Johnson has been the talk of the 2022 Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala. . Ill include some current Jets that are not under contract for the 2023 season and may leave in free agency this year, but I will not include any player in college, in the 2023 NFL draft, any player currently under contract with another team, or any free agent who wasnt with the Jets at the end of 2022. 35, No. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Also saw some reps lined up as an A-gap blitzer. Frequently held his own against double teams on the outside. There are too many tackling whiffs on his tape. His get-off is sudden and he gains great ground with the opening steps of his rush. 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A core group of Jets will emerge who will form the backbone of the team Jets fans hope will soon return to the post-season. 3 overall, some mock drafts have the Texans going with safety Kyle Hamilton. "I look forward to doing it at the next level as well.". Saw reps at 5T, 7T, and 9T. "We hoped that there would be something screwy like that that happened that maybe we could have an opportunity to attack, and we did. Johnson is quick off the line of scrimmage and pairs that with impressive lateral mobility and enough flexibility to turn the corner. "We were very surprised he was there in the late 20s," Douglas told reporters following Day 1 of the draft. Joe Douglas, Robert Saleh on Trading Up to Pick Jermaine Johnson, Jets Select Ohio State WR Garrett Wilson With No. Smart in the run game, reads and misdirection, Rush moves include swipes, chops, bull-jerk, spins, long arms, leaping chop/swipes, double swipes, Needs to eat up more ground while trying to soften rush angles, Needs to be more forceful with his hands as a pass rusher, Rarely saw him take the inside as a rusher, Needs to use an array of pass rush moves more often, Too often relies on short strides/crossovers as he approaches offensive lineman, To view the full-subscriber breakdown, you must be a. to get customizable notifications directly to your iOS (App Store) or Google/Android (Google Play) device. He was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Year, leading the conference with 12 sacks and 18.5 tackles for loss to go with 2 forced fumbles and 2 pass defenses. Get Started with the button below to become a member: Log In with the button below if youre already a member: Connect with the button below if youd like to create a free account first: You may know Joe Blewett from his wildly-popular film breakdowns and podcasts on websites including Turn on the Jets and Jet Nation. 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.Johnson was drafted by the New York Jets with the twenty-sixth overall pick of the 2022 . This is not to say that Johnson has off-field issue its to say that he brings the same combination of power, speed, technique, and potential I saw in Smith at his very best. Really a perfect fit for what we do defensively with our wide-nine system, putting him on an edge, getting him firing off the ball and attacking. Johnson is one of the few edge rushers who can do this in this class. Before his time with the Seminoles, the Minnesota native played at the University of Georgia, beginning his career in Junior College (at Independence Community College in Kansas). His new head coach agreed. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/2022/04/28/2022-nfl-draft-jermaine-johnson-ii/, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-Zion-Johnson-rush-fall.mp4, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-Ikem-Ekwonu-rip-inside-to-outside.mp4, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-Florida-stop-pressure.mp4, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-Florida-bull-rush-sack.mp4, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-bad-tackle.mp4, https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/59/2022/04/Jermaine-Johnson-Clemson-iffy-hands.mp4, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. This is fairly common among collegiate edge defenders, but youd like to see fewer stints where Johnson isnt using his hands as aggressively as he can. Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II has an excellent combination of size, athleticism, and awareness to play the position at the NFL level. Johnson was projected as a top-10 pick,. Jermaine Johnson is a 6-6, 250-pound Weak-Side Defensive End from Eden Prairie, MN. He is able to make plays off of blockers when he can generate separation from linemen. Has ridiculous athletic skills - at only 15, he benched 300 pounds, ran a 4.5 40-yard dash, and put up a 4.55 5-10-5 shuttle. Excellent competitor. But theres currently a slight hesitation in his game as he reads the offense and allowing him to just concentrate on rushing the passer will help him be productive right away. Height: 64 5/8 (69th) Weight: 254 (20th) One of his best traits. Dominated in senior bowl practices displaying elite speed and strength. One of the biggest risers in the class after a dominant Senior Bowl and elite testing at the NFL Combine, how does Johnsons tape stack up? In two seasons with the Bulldogs, he had 36 tackles, 6.5 sacks and 1 pass defense in 24 games (four starts). Multiple injuries to Lawsons lower half have fans wondering if he can fulfill his status as a dominant Jets edge rusher. He does a great job of tracking the ball in the backfield and is rarely fooled by misdirection. Sign up for the Touchdown Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Jermaine Johnson II. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Im going to kick things off with one of my favorite players in the draft and a top target for the Falcons: Florida States Jermaine Johnson. Gambling problem? If you feel like you're losing control over your gambling experience, call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH, PA, WV, WY), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-888- 532-3500 (VA), 1-800-522-4700 (NY, CO, NH, NV), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), 1-855-2CALLGA (IL), 1-800-270-7117 (MI), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ). "Big, long, explosive. Excellent explosiveness. 4) New York Jets: Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State The best motor in the class heads to the New York Jets as Jermaine Johnson II caps a run of four edge defenders to start this 2022 NFL Mock Draft. Big tackle radius and strong hands make him an asset against the run. Analyzing Jeremy Ruckert's rookie break out chances | NY Jets Film, Add Jets X-Factor to your Google News feed, One issue has plagued both top NY Jets quarterback targets, Why it might be tough for NY Jets to boost Bryce Huffs snap count, Raiders expert gives NY Jets fans the cold-hard Derek Carr truth. Who are the Falcons meeting with, showing interest in, and perhaps drafting? Before Jermaine Johnson departed from his pre-draft visit with the Jets, New York's head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas made the prospect a promise. Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson II (11) in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Tallahassee, Fla. Jacksonville State won 20-17. Johnson has good lower-body flexibility to settle into a compact stance as a down lineman, but has the ability to be explosive and play with great leverage from a 2, 3, or 4-point stance. Packers Experiences powered by QuintEvents. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). Whether it's blue-chip talent at the top of the . *Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine
Also added two batted passes, 2 FF, and a defensive TD. Johnson had an unexpected slide down the draft boards this evening. Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II is a rising EDGE prospect with a strong chance of coming off the board in the first round of the upcoming 2022 NFL Draft. And yet, the Florida State edge rusher didn . Pete Carroll and John Schneider knew they had to change their draft philosophy in 2022, and they explained it at the scouting combine. Can be engulfed by bigger offensive tackles and struggle to get away from them. That visit by. Grade: A+ Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC. As a rookie he was stuck behind starters. At 6-foot-4 with an 83-inch wingspan, Johnson has the size and versatility to make plays as both a standup pass rusher and a run-stopper who can set the edge, in the mold of Terrell Suggs, Za . Spent a lot of time outside the box in coverage while at Georgia so has the experience and zone ability to play as a standup linebacker. (AP Photo/Phil Sears) This week, Jeremiah came out with pro comparisons for some of the top EDGE prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. With three first-round picks in 2022, Douglas drafted CB Ahmad Gardner, WR Garrett Wilson, and EDGE Jermaine Johnson II, bolstering three of the five most important positions on the field while adding the eventual Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Year. 47.62%. Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II was the big winner amongst 2022 NFL Draft prospects at the Senior Bowl. 22 and 28 overall selections in the first round, those players will be profiled with thumbnail sketches and videos known as "Prospect Primers.". Johnson also shows very impressive situational awareness throughout the play. Very good at timing the snap and often catches opposing linemen off guard with his quickness. To New York, however, he's a white whale in what, on paper, was a practically perfect first round on Thursday night. The two are expected to go within the first few picks and are certainly deserving of their high projections. And the winner is: Jermaine Johnson, Edge! Vote early, vote often, and lets hear who you think are the players that will be the Jets leaders of the future. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. While I didnt feel Jermaine Johnson was a top 10 player, there is a huge difference between pick No. Hits up high and misses more tackles than he should. Boye Mafe and Jermaine Johnson II a pair of edge rushers from the Twin Cities are trying to follow solid weeks at the Reese's Senior Bowl last month with an impressive showing in Indianapolis. Hitting a Top-10 draft prospect with the okey-doke like this makes me think that Johnson will bedevil NFL tackles with the same ridiculously quick inside-to-outside moves. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Some even thought the Jets could use the fourth overall selection on him. If a player gets support in the comments section Ill add him to the poll. 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Conclusion: There are some analysts who will tell you that Johnson is scratching the surface of his potential, and he might be the best edge player in this class over the next few seasons. Speaking of top blockers, watch how Johnson moves to Ickey Ekwonus inside shoulder, and then rips him to the outside to stop the run. Hes got great athleticism, violence to his game," Saleh explained. Since Johnson was my top edge-rusher in this class, and the Jets managed to get him by trading up to 26 with the Titans well, this is ridiculous. Few players have exploded onto the scene in the 2022 NFL Draft quite like Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II. And he was like, 'and I didn't lie, we came and got you. "Johnson is a long, athletic edge defender with the quick feet and natural instincts to win as a pass rusher and make stops vs. the run," Dane Brugler of The Athetlic wrote. Ultimately, New York acquired picks No. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. (50%*), 34
Former edge rusher Jermaine Johnson would win ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021. Odds & lines subject to change. Former FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson continues to build momentum as the NFL Draft approaches. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. He plays the run well, setting the edge exactly as he was coached. When hes coasting as opposed to setting the tone with his hands and technique, he becomes ordinary. The 2022 NFL Draft is highlighted by a couple of supremely talented edge rushers in Kayvon Thibodeaux and Aidan Hutchinson. He also flashes long-arm, swipe, push-pull, and rip moves. Nearly 20 picks after their second selection in the first round, New York traded up for a third first-rounder, grabbing the Florida State EDGE 26th overall. 40-Yard Dash: 4.58 seconds (93rd) Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Will let off the gas a little too early in pursuit if he thinks hes out of the play. While it is obvious it is his natural position it's also obvious he lacks some high level technique. The Vikings would stay local with this man, a graduate of Eden Prairie High School. Really going to be a great complement to the group that we already have.". 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. Stat to Know: In 2021, Johnson tied with Penn States Arnold Ebiketie and San Diego States Cameron Thomas for the NCAAs highest tackle for loss rate per game among edge defenders at 1.5. Why was he not worth a top-10 pick yet a slam dunk at No. As both a run defender and pass rusher, Johnson has the look of an early starter who still has room to grow in terms of hand technique and pass rushing moves. 1 JUCO recruiting class and committed to Georgia. As Johnson waited to hear his name called, he never lost the faith, knowing he'd end up where he was supposed to be. The full Jermaine Johnson member-only film breakdown (over one hour and forty minutes in length) can be seen at the bottom of this article (if you're a subscriber and logged into the site). It's not surprising the Lions would have interest in spending more. 26 and No. The first was Marvin Jones, who was taken fourth overall in 1993 and went on to log 129 starts and 142 games played at middle/inside LB. The team took Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson II after trading back into the first round to select him at No. How good can NY Jets WR Garrett Wilson really be? NFL Draft analysis for Jermaine Johnson II, EDGE, Florida State. Its easy to see why NFL teams will fall in love with Johnson. Anderson and Johnson . Check out Pro Films: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClUYr8IsVJRr4EqpIu-PMgg?view_as=subscriber(No copyright intended, All videos belong to their rightful o. He was a part of a rotation in Georgia and averaged 27.0 snaps per game in 2020 compared to 61.3 with FSU in 2021. I was just excited, reminding myself I'm in the green room at the NFL draft. At the next level you would have a 300+ lbs athletic tackle looking to steamroll you on a run play to the edge. Downhill defender and physical tackler. There were rumblings leading up to the draft that Johnson could be picked as early as the fourth overall selection, higher than fellow EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux (who ended up going to the Giants at No. . Scouting Report: EDGE Jermaine Johnson, Florida State, Offseason roundtable: Falcons free agency preview. The Jets have selected Florida State DE Jermaine Johnson with the No. Johnson played all over the defensive line for FSU and looked comfortable rushing from both 2 and 3-point stances. 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