Jermaine Johnson, 6-4/259 ; Defensive End ; Florida State ; Jermaine Johnson Scouting Report By Charlie Campbell Strengths: Instincts ; . In our first scouting report of the 2022 NFL Draft, we take a closer look at Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson. 26 and No. Johnson still needs work as a technician, both polishing his hand usage and helping him to develop a cogent plan of attack as a rusher. Johnson struggled to find the reps he needed in the Bulldogs stacked defenses (403 total snaps in the 2019 and 2020 seasons), so he used the transfer portal to finish his collegiate career at Florida State. Grade: A+ Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC. Would Aaron Rodgers still be an elite QB with the NY Jets? The idea here is to build a list of the current Jets players you think will most likely make up a core group the team will build around to begin to construct a playoff contender. His hands are powerful and he creates a lot of pop on contact. Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson - Jared Allen. Can be engulfed by bigger offensive tackles and struggle to get away from them. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and . Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Background/other info: The well-traveled Twin Cities native began his college career at Independence Community College (of Netflix's "Last Chance U" fame) before moving on to Georgia for two seasons and then finally Florida State. Strong and will frequently push back opposing tackles. The Vikings would stay local with this man, a graduate of Eden Prairie High School. We all have different views on various Jets players. He won most of his one-on-one reps during practice and making the opposing offensive tackles look silly, Limited experience having only played one year at his natural position at defensive end. Between now and draft day, when the Packers own the No. Oddsmakers give Jermaine Johnson a 58.33% chance to come off the board in the first nine picks of the NFL Draft and honestly, that makes a ton of sense. 9 - Definite first-round prospect with very good athletic and intangible traits. "He said, 'what did I tell you? 40-Yard Dash: 4.58 seconds (93rd) Frequently held his own against double teams on the outside. He does a great job of tracking the ball in the backfield and is rarely fooled by misdirection. 26 on Thursday night, trading up to pick Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson. Dominated in senior bowl practices displaying elite speed and strength. Joe is currently hosting Blewetts Blitz, bringing player and game film breakdowns and podcasts (video and audio). (AP Photo/Phil Sears) . "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. Can cover an impressive amount of ground in a hurry. 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. 35 selection in the second roundto Tennessee, acquiring picks No. 26 overall Thursday night. Johnson doesnt get to the quarterback, but heres where you can see how he uses his hands as an inside rusher. Why: Lack of pass-rushing moves; minimal bend. Travon Walker, EDGE, Georgia. . Given the way Johnson blossomed last year, it was a good move though maybe his dominance shouldnt surprise given that he was recruited to that great Georgia defense by Kirby Smart. "Coach and I got together and said, lets start getting him, probably around 15, lets start trying to make a move to get him.". 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. . Finding consensus opinions regarding a draft class is rare, but those who have taken the time to evaluate the 2022 crop of prospects universally agree that the group of EDGE defenders is the deepest in the draft. When given the opportunity he became the leader of the FSU defense - really grew into the role. Johnson also has tremendous length at his disposal, giving him a variety of options as a rusher. Weaknesses: Johnson isnt always centered as a tackler when he needs to be as on this play against Florida, where hes so into his moves to get to the backfield, he kinda forgets to take it home. Johnson has a versatile frame and experience as both a down lineman and as a stand-up rusher, and that should allow him to find a home on teams that run any type of front. 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Hes got great athleticism, violence to his game," Saleh explained. 26 from the Titans and will select FSU edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II. When hes coasting as opposed to setting the tone with his hands and technique, he becomes ordinary. Johnson showed great development over the course of his season at Florida State, and his ceiling is sky-high if he can continue that development at the NFL level. Texans need to keep tabs on Florida State's Jermaine Johnson at the Senior Bowl. Ravens 2022 draft prospect profile: EDGE Jermaine Johnson II Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC West. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. "We definitely lined him up in some 9s and some outside-edge force . This work ethic and high motor was seen on the field as well, averaging an insane 61 snaps per game last season. Fortunately, Johnson. OVERALL Jermaine Johnson will make a living in the NFL as a run defender. Jermaine Johnson Made Major Statement At Senior Bowl. And the winner is: Jermaine Johnson, Edge! Can NY Jets Jermaine Johnson make a pass rushing leap in 2023? Hes also a powerful player with the strength to reduce to 5T and hold his own against double teams. Max Goodman Apr 29, 2022 7:21 AM EDT In this story: New York Jets Before Jermaine. Arm Length: 34 inches (66th) That in mind, it's no surprise that they kept a close eye on Johnson as he continued to fall in the first round. But the top edge was John Abraham, who arrived 13th overall out of South Carolina in the 2000 "Four Aces Draft" and proceeded to rack up 53.5 sacks in his six Jets seasons. Some even thought the Jets could use the fourth overall selection on him. Johnson has truly great explosiveness off the line when rushing the passer. In the trade, with the Titans, Gang Green sent three picksincluding the No. 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. He put on six pounds between the scouting combine and Florida State's pro day, where he impressed with 27 reps on the bench press, which would have tied for the most at his position at the combine. Will let off the gas a little too early in pursuit if he thinks hes out of the play. 7- Solid Day 2 prospect (mid-second through third). We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. But then when you really lined the two guys up and watched their film, Jermaine Johnson's tape is probably better." The 6-5, 260-pounder wrecked offensive gameplans last season at Florida State. Former edge rusher Jermaine Johnson would win ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2021. Excellent here. Excellent explosiveness. The 2022 NFL Draft is highlighted by a couple of supremely talented edge rushers in Kayvon Thibodeaux and Aidan Hutchinson. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. He has ideal size for an edge rusher at 6'5" and 262 lbs is tall and lean. Downhill defender and physical tackler. Rushed frequently from a 2-PT and 3-PT stance. Limited work on twists and stunts. It was a wise decision, as his snap count shot up to 736, and he amassed 46 total pressures on 416 pass-rushing snaps. Summary: In 2020, Johnson was part of a loaded group of edge rushers at Georgia. There are too many tackling whiffs on his tape. A first-team All-Pro in 2012 with 19.5 sacks in 2012, Smith looked like one of the NFLs most promising players until off-field things got in the way. There was enough on the Georgia tape to give an indication that Johnson would turn into a dominant player once he got more opportunities, and thats exactly what happened in 2021. Sign up for the Touchdown Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Speaking of top blockers, watch how Johnson moves to Ickey Ekwonus inside shoulder, and then rips him to the outside to stop the run. Johnson can also be something of a kitchen sink rusher who throws a wide variety of moves at blockers, but does so without an apparent plan. He plays the run well, setting the edge exactly as he was coached. Touchdown Wire's Laurie Fitzpatrick highlights the top throws made by the NFL's rookie quarterbacks in their first preseasons. Johnsons hand usage and placement improved over the course of his final season, but its still inconsistent. "We hoped that there would be something screwy like that that happened that maybe we could have an opportunity to attack, and we did. Bench Press: N/A Average vertical. One of his best traits. 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 . All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Johnson is quick off the line of scrimmage and pairs that with impressive lateral mobility and enough flexibility to turn the corner. Jermaine Johnson II, Edge, Florida State Height/Weight: 6-5, 254 Key stats: Led the Atlantic Coast Conference in sacks (12) and tackles for loss (18), ranking in the top eight nationally in both . February 2, 2022 11:10 am CT. Get the latest player news, stats, injury history and updates for Defensive Lineman Jermaine Johnson of the Florida State Seminoles on NBC Sports Edge. New York got their guy at No. : David Mayo), 4- Late-round draft pick. In the top nine, you could make the case for Jacksonville, Detroit, Houston, the Jets, the Giants, Atlanta, and Seattle all taking a look at the edge rusher position. The former Georgia Bulldog came to Tallahassee last season and lit up opposing. Through late February Ill be putting up a daily poll asking GGN to vote on the most likely current Jets players to still be with the team in 2024. 163. Should contribute early in career, with the upside to start or become an important rotational player at some point in his rookie contract. (87%*), 4.58 (C) Johnson won ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors in his lone season in Tallahassee for good reason. How the Jets could create $40 million in cap space to get a new quarterback, Ready, set, rookie: New York Jets' prized draft class must provide fast help. Quick processor who is seldom out of position. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. It wasn't until he landed in . Will dominate TEs and can hold his own against double teams. Reasonable expectation of Pro Bowl or All-Pro honors. 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. Elite athlete, both on tape and in terms of testing. Florida State's Jermaine Johnson II was the big winner amongst 2022 NFL Draft prospects at the Senior Bowl. 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. We threw big money at Za'Darius Smith, and when we whiffed on that signing, it became necessary to target an edge in the draft. 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). Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson II (11) reaches for Jacksonville State quarterback Zerrick Cooper (6), but is unable to hang on to him in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Tallahassee, Fla. Jacksonville State won 20-17. The New York Jets were expected to target Florida State edge defender Jermaine Johnson with one of their top-10 picks in the 2022 NFL draft, but it turns . The Jets have acquired pick No. This ex-NFL scout thinks Jets EDGE Jermaine Johnson will struggle at the next level, saying New York's selection of the pass rusher in the first round will be costly down the road. Packers Experiences powered by QuintEvents. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. 2 - This player has intriguing enough physical or mental traits to get a camp invite. . GIF The. 10-Yard Split: 1.55 seconds (97th) Its time to put the pieces together for a new roundtable to figure out how the Falcons should approach this crucial period as free agency approaches. Stat to Know: In 2021, Johnson tied with Penn State's Arnold Ebiketie and San Diego State's Cameron Thomas for the NCAA's highest tackle for loss rate per game among edge defenders at 1.5. 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). Jets defensive end Jermaine Johnson is taken off the field on a cart after being injured during the fourth quarter against the Dolphins. He is able to make plays off of blockers when he can generate separation from linemen. 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. In limited duty Johnson had 29 tackles and 2.5 sacks. Plays his gap consistently and correctly. It's not surprising the Lions would have interest in spending more. Former FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson continues to build momentum as the NFL Draft approaches. 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. But while Johnson has a well-stocked toolbox and a variety of moves at his disposal, he isnt a technician as a pass rusher. 26 overall pick. Johnson established himself as one of the better edge-rushers in the 2022 draft class. NFL Comparison: Aldon Smith. Other notable Seminoles drafted by the Green & White: CB Bobby Jackson in the sixth round (140th overall) in 1978, WR Laveranues Coles in Round 3 (78th) in 2000, and RB/KR Leon Washington, now the Jets' assistant special teams coach, in the fourth round (117th) in 2006. Hits up high and misses more tackles than he should. General manager Joe Douglas thought he may have had the answer in the 2021 offseason, landing big fish Carl Lawson in free agency. 3-Cone Drill: N/A He also plays noticeably slower when the full offensive playbook is open. Plays at full speed at all times with an active motor and determined quickness in pursuit. Its easy to see why NFL teams will fall in love with Johnson. That isnt to say hes a poor run defender he isnt. He was one of seven transfers to earn a spot on the all-ACC team along with safety Jammie Robinson, running . The most recent Jets first-rounders who might qualify as edge rushers were Bryan Thomas from UAB in '02 and Hugh Douglas out of Central State in '95. New York didn't take any chances either. According to a report from Jordan Schultz, Jermaine Johnsonone of the best edge defenders in this year's draft classvisited the Detroit Lions on a pre-draft visit on Monday. First-round athletic or mental traits, but could slide into the top of the second round. Mark Lane. Johnson is the ninth FSU player drafted by the Jets all-time and the second in Round 1. "They said they'd come get me," Johnson recalled to reporters on Thursday night. Continuously looks for work as a pass rusher. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. 5). What can he bring to a defense? Johnson transferred from Georgia to Florida State for the 2021 season in search of more playing time. Please keep in mind this system is still in development, and may be adjusted as more data points come in. 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. With Johnson dropping to the back end of the first round, Joe Douglas swung a deal with the Titans to. By CBS Sports Staff Apr 25, 2022 at 9:13 pm ET . Jermaine Johnson was drafted by the Jets with the 26th overall pick in the 1st round of the 2022 NFL draft. (95%*), 125 (C) His production in a featured role was exceptional, and Johnson made a serious case for himself to be included in the top EDGE prospects of the 2021 class. . How good can NY Jets WR Garrett Wilson really be? Has athletic traits or intangibles a team wouldnt want to let hit the UDFA market. Evidently other teams didn't view him as a top EDGE in this class, otherwise he wouldn't have fallen that far in the first round. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Vote early, vote often, and lets hear who you think are the players that will be the Jets leaders of the future. I said, 'that you guys would come and get me.' We have the 7th 2023 core member of the New York Jets, as voted by all of you. 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. The New York Jets have had a gaping hole at edge rusher for nearly two decades (hello, John Abraham). While I didnt feel Jermaine Johnson was a top 10 player, there is a huge difference between pick No. *Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine 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. 18 / 18. 101 in return. That changed when Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson started tumbling down the board. 26. Why was he not worth a top-10 pick yet a slam dunk at No. What on Earth happened to NY Jets RB Michael Carter? Strengths: In today's front-versatile NFL, you want an edge defender who has some game inside the tackles, and Johnson qualifies. 26? With Johnson taking the 7th spot, our crowd sourced Jets Core 2023 looks like this: By 2024 many of todays players will be gone as the Jets braintrust continues to build the roster (or a new braintrust is brought in). His new head coach agreed. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. His stock has consistently risen since the first Senior Bowl practice.After standing out in a couple workouts in front of NFL scouts, Johnson departed Mobile, AL having cemented his status as one of the draft's premier talents. Few players have exploded onto the scene in the 2022 NFL Draft quite like Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II. Key stats: Led the Atlantic Coast Conference in sacks (12) and tackles for loss (18), ranking in the top eight nationally in both categories in 2021. Jermaine Johnson has a chance to become the New York Jets answer at edge rusher. "It was awesome," Johnson said, thinking back to his phone call with Saleh when he first heard the news. Johnson also put together an incredible week at the Senior Bowl, and was the most impressive overall player in attendance. Jermaine Johnson was drafted by the Jets with the 26th overall pick in the 1st round of the 2022 NFL draft. Broad Jump: 125 inches (92nd) The first round is where many of the game's top edge rushers go. Few players have exploded onto the scene in the 2022 NFL Draft quite like Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson II. Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Its an idea (the Senior Bowl surge) I always caution against, especially since this game is tailor-made for defensive ends and wide receivers to stand out far beyond other positions. New York made it clear that the organization truly wanted to add him to their family from the start. Big tackle radius an asset in run D. Powerful player. This rep on the outside shows how Johnson has many different plans to get to the quarterback. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. What did I tell you when you left my office?' This week, Jeremiah came out with pro comparisons for some of the top EDGE prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. Selected with the seventh overall pick in the 2011 draft out of Missouri by the 49ers, Smith was an immediate force with 14 sacks in a rookie season in which he didnt start a single game. "Big, long, explosive. Enough of the secrecy in this case here, Johnson goes with the straight bull-rush for the sack. Jermaine Johnson is really a no-brainer. And he was like, 'and I didn't lie, we came and got you. Jermaine Johnson is a prototypical, scheme-versatile edge rusher from Florida State. Johnson only has one year of great production, but it was an impressive year that . As Johnson waited to hear his name called, he never lost the faith, knowing he'd end up where he was supposed to be. Standout 2021 season with 17.5 TFL and 11.5 sacks. Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson is well traveled, but found his groove when he landed in Tallahassee. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports. As a rookie he was stuck behind starters. Hard for OTs to get a hand on him. 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. While Lawson is a question mark, the Jets did go for depth for the second-straight offseasonadding Jacob Martin and retaining Vinny Curry, the latter of whom also missed the entirety of the 2021 NFL season. Should be able to compete for a roster spot in training camp. . Follow Max Goodman on Twitter (@MaxTGoodman), be sure to bookmark Jets Country and check back daily for news, analysis and more. All of this is discussed in this edition of Blewetts Blitz. Under control. Who the team is signing, who theyre letting walk, and how the team is transforming. 69, and No. 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. 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. 3 - Priority free agent or late-round draft pick. Has traits worth developing as a special teams contributor or potential depth player. you can read about my grading system here, NFL Combine preview: Interior offensive linemen to watch for the Falcons, NFL Combine preview: Offensive tackles to watch for the Falcons, NFL Combine preview: Tight ends to watch for the Falcons. Who will it be? Natalie Miller. And the winner is: Jermaine Johnson, Edge! 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Jermaine Johnson has a chance to become the New York Jets' answer at edge rusher The New York Jets have had a gaping hole at edge rusher for nearly two decades (hello, John Abraham). 101 from Tennessee. But both veterans represent more of a supplemental piece rather than a true answer. Here are Jeremiah's pro comps for a few of the top edge rush prospects, along with some commentary from the draft analyst. Touchdown Wire's Laurie Fitzpatrick goes to the All-22 to break down the best and worst reps of the NFL's top rookie cornerbacks. At No. 2022 NFL Draft: Jermaine Johnson Scouting Report By: Ben Ramos-Salsberg | April 3, 2022 Position: EDGE Height: 6'5" Weight: 254 lbs School: Florida State NFL Combine Data: 40 Yard Dash: 4.58s Vertical: 32" Broad: 125" Jermaine Johnson NFL Draft Profile Johnson has spent five years of college football molding into the stout prospect he is now. 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. He ranked in the top eight in the country in both sacks and TFLs, and then the ACC defensive player of the year had a strong week at the Senior Bowl. His get-off is sudden and he gains great ground with the opening steps of his rush.
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