Michael Johnson
6’7, 260 pounds | Defensive end | Georgia Tech
Strengths: A specimen as a prospect, Johnson has the tools to be a special player. He’s athletic for a defensive end and has good quickness off the snap. Great initial burst to beat slower offensive linemen. Incredibly long-limbed player. Can cover a lot of ground quickly. Does a good job when he keeps low and can dip under offensive tackles. Sound tackler. Does a great job getting his hands up against passes and kicks.
Weaknesses: Motor has been inconsistent throughout his career. Still has a ways to go against the run. Possesses the frame of a basketball player, which he was in high school. Susceptible to cut blocks. Some speculate he should move to outside linebacker for 3-4 team, but he might be too much of a project in that role. Good strength, but could get stronger in his torso.
Final word: Johnson’s play as a pro will be determined by how hard he wants to work. If he plays hard every play and learns more pass rush moves, he could be a consistent Pro Bowler. As it stands, he’ll enter the NFL as something of a project who will need to get stronger. Some consider him an 3-4 outside linebacker, but he would be best served by adding 10 to 15 pounds of mass and staying as an end.
Michael Johnson's Measurables
Height:6067
Weight:266
40 Yrd Dash:4.75
20 Yrd Dash:2.76
10 Yrd Dash:1.67
225 Lb. Bench Reps:28
Vertical Jump:38 1/2
Broad Jump:10'08"
20 Yrd Shuttle:4.37
3-Cone Drill:7.42
Randy Gregory's Measureables
Height:6047
Weight:235
40 Yrd Dash:4.64
20 Yrd Dash:2.71
10 Yrd Dash:1.61
225 Lb. Bench Reps:24
Vertical Jump:36 1/2
Broad Jump:10'05"
20 Yrd Shuttle:4.23
3-Cone Drill:6.80
