Kevin Johnson CB Wake Forest #9
Wt: 188
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Size/Athleticism: Average height but very skinny. Used as a gunner on special teams.
Coverage: Lacks size to excel in press coverage, however, he does have the speed to stay with receivers trying to break deep even when making a false step early in the press. Played a ton of off-coverage in Wake Forest’s scheme making it easy for him to defend the deep ball. Trusts his speed and his ability to recover too much and gets burned at times.
Ball skills: Doesn’t put himself in position to make many plays. Gives up a lot of underneath routes and relies on timing to get to the ball, which is hit or miss.
Run support: Excellent closing burst but not a wrap-up tackler. Dives at the feet consistently because he doesn’t have the size to take on the ball carrier.
Intangibles: Academically ineligible in 2011. Reportedly had poor work ethic early in his career, but has matured in recent years.
Durability: Has been durable but has a skinny frame. Did not appear to play at the weight he showed at the combine.
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Overview: Johnson is a fluid athlete, but it’s tough to see him succeeding at a high level on the outside in the pros. He looks more like a nickleback due to his lack of size and fairly modest speed. That said, his balance and agility are excellent, which could make him a valuable nickel corner—but that’s not worth a first-round selection.
