Rookie review: Matt Johnson

[WoodysGirl]

What he did: Not much. Johnson battled hamstring injuries the entire season. At one point, he dealt with back problems as a result of a hamstring injury. The Cowboys didn't place him on injured reserve because they figured he would return. Once healthy, Johnson practiced for less than two weeks before re-injuring his hamstring. He was placed on reserve/injured, designated to return on Nov. 17. Johnson said he was healthy toward the end of the season and was on target to practice the week after the regular season ended if the Cowboys had reached the playoffs.

Where he fits in the future: The Cowboys drafted Johnson because of his ability to make plays on the ball. In the time he practiced during the regular season, the Cowboys were impressed with his abilities.

More: http://espn.go.com/blog/dallas/cowbo...w-matt-johnson

[Rynie]

Why was this even written? I can't think of a more waist of time than writing about a guy that Zero fans even know what he looks like.

[ravidubey]

Judging from the title, this should be the shortest article ever written.

[DFWJC]

Originally Posted by ravidubey

Judging from the title, this should be the shortest article ever written.

lol
Not much to grade.

However, this is the guy I'm most curious about this coming offseason. If he can get in the rotation, that would be huge. It seems like he could fit well in the scheme. Gotta be on the field to prove it.

[DavidS]

Originally Posted by Rynie

I can't think of a more waist of time

hmmm

[ninja]

Seriously, how much time did he actually practice? Less than 10 hours seems about right.

Matt Johnson year in review according to me: Never got uniform dirty or sweaty.

[Erik_H]

Originally Posted by Rynie

I can't think of a more waist of time.

Originally Posted by DavidS

hmmm

[proline]

Have you guys even watched his highlight footage? Yes, it was college, and yes, he needs to prove he can get and stay healthy. But he was a 4th rounder! We need safeties! And the kid shows real talent and ability in those highlights. He reads, reacts, runs, tackles, and covers really well. The least we can do is pull for the kid.

[Aven8]

The most talked about 4th round pick in history. Well at least a close second to the QB turned WR from Washington.

[NorthTexan95]

I think Broddus made a great point about him. He was late showing up because he college semester lasted until summer. He missed early camps and conditioning, got behind the 8 ball physically, and was never able to really catch up. Hopefully he doesn't turn into another Stan Smagala.

[CyberB0b]

Originally Posted by proline

Have you guys even watched his highlight footage? Yes, it was college, and yes, he needs to prove he can get and stay healthy. But he was a 4th rounder! We need safeties! And the kid shows real talent and ability in those highlights. He reads, reacts, runs, tackles, and covers really well. The least we can do is pull for the kid.

Anyone's highlight makes them look like a beast. Have you seen AOA's highlight video? He looked like a beast.

[WV Cowboy]

Originally Posted by DavidS

hmmm

Exactly

[erod]

Here's hoping for a Lee/Carter type of sophomore year coming off the injury.

Not holding my breath, but we'll see.

[burmafrd]

Showed nothing and should be regarded as nothing until he shows something

[proline]

Originally Posted by CyberB0b

Anyone's highlight makes them look like a beast. Have you seen AOA's highlight video? He looked like a beast.

Go watch them. It's play after play after play after play of beasting.