Any time you just say great after great after great to come through this university and like I said, this program was top notch not so long ago, and it's still top notch despite winning not so long ago. It's really not much to it. Johnson grew up in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and attended Eden Prairie High School. Johnson can play in a versatile position on the defense. Thats how I was raised. 11 11 +1. No one covers the Noles like the Tallahassee Democrat. But Johnsons practices from earlier in the week were enough to further elevatehis profile. I always say, Theres guys wishing that they could be where you are. Wishing.. That's my specialty. I don't got no problem coming to play for them. Johnson was a handful for opposing tackles the first two days of practices in one-on-one pass-rush drills, showing off power, speed, a plethora of pass-rush moves, and one heck of a spin move. You tell us we have to go through that to get it done and be able to play our sport, that's what we were going to do. Me, I am honest and I am real all the time. If theres a big difference, then you need to figure out whats going on and whats the difference between the tape. Zm9vdGJhbGwmYzU9MjAyMjczMzA5NyZjdj0yLjAmY2o9MSZjc191Y2ZyPTAi CoachAB: Johnson is a player many are projecting in the top 10 but Ive got him slotted a little later in the first. It would have been nice to go out and be a college kid and do all of that stuff. Speed, power, and HUSTLE.Follow o. You've got to be a certain kind of competitor, certain kind of champion, with a ton of grit. MOBILE - Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II had a great week of practice at the Senior Bowl. Where will Johnson head to? Maybe not the most explosive get-off compared to guys like (Kayvon) Thibodeaux and David Ojabo. I feel like I cause problems when I'm right there on the edge, being able to play fast. Projects as an instant contributor and likely starter at the Power 5 level with the ability to develop into a early to mid round NFL Draft pick. You got to earn the respect of people. The transfer from Georgia developed into a star off of the edge for Florida State. Dalvin Cook, you know James Cook is my former teammate at the University of Georgia. And I think we can do special things together. And I agree. So that was my main priority was being the best I can be and being able to have the opportunity to choose any school I wanted to go to. Im a strong believer that you keep the team first, and you do what the team needs you to do, your individual success will come after. Jermaine Johnson sounds almost amused by the question. The program is not bad, it just had a national championship in 2013, they just came off from winning a bunch of conference championship. Email Matt Murschel at mmurschel@orlandosentinel.com or follow him on Twitter at @osmattmurschel. Shortly after it. I wake up every day, like I said, I feel blessed, Johnson said. And these guys are working their butts off. And they dont have to finish the play with a tackle. His lone season at FSU ended with a 5-7 record and a loss to the rival Florida Gators. ZW50KCJzY3JpcHQiKSwgZWwgPSBkb2N1bWVudC5nZXRFbGVtZW50c0J5VGFn None of thosewerethe case. bHMuY29tL25ld3MvZGUtamVybWFpbmUtam9obnNvbi1icmluZ3MtdW5pcXVl There was a time not that long ago when Johnson feared he'd never get any such chance to play FBS-level football or beyond. Johnsons sacks and tackles for loss were the most for an FSU defender since Walker, now with the Houston Texans, had 21.5 tackles for loss and 16 sacks the season he won the award in 2016. Entering the week, Johnson leads all Power 5 defensive linemen in tackles and ranks in the top-six nationally in sacks and tackles for loss. Jermaine Johnson is an athletic playmaker on the defensive line with a muscular build and long arms giving him a physical advantage. ", "I will be whatever I can be for this team, whatever they need me to be. But in terms of here, I'm here now. Teams like the Vikings, Texans, Ravens, Eagles, and Patriots all have that need for an edge defender. So does everybody else in this program. As a prospect Johnson does a few things really well: These skills, like most things in football, are best appreciated through film. We're in a good spot right now as a program. So, I'm just fired up to get those kind of guys in this program. Brugler said Johnson, Georgias Travon Walker, Michigans David Ojabo and Purdues George Karlaftis comprise the second tier at that position. Hutchinson (No. I know how to persevere through anything, Johnson said. [1] Johnson was academically ineligible to play NCAA Division I football after graduating with a 1.9 GPA. Social media is on ire discussing Johnsons play: @Patriots draft Jermaine Johnson at all costs @LastChanceUAlum pic.twitter.com/9ydEFgCFDg, Nighthawk (@KrikorianB15) September 6, 2021, Jermaine Johnson II thats the tweet @ii_jermaine #JUCOPRODUCT pic.twitter.com/dxf4LYc6rg, JUCO Football Frenzy (@JUCOFFrenzy) September 6, 2021. And hopefully I did that and this is why I played so passionate. His prospect stock for the 2022 NFL Draft has risen considerably during his senior season at FSU, but still varies depending on the evaluator. Recently, he confirmed his . aWQ9J2RzX2RlZmF1bHRfYW5jaG9yJz48L2Rpdj4KPC9kaXY+CjwvZGl2PgoK, Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform, PCEtLSBCZWdpbiBjb21TY29yZSBUYWcgLS0+Cgo8c2NyaXB0PgogIHZhciBf After his week at the Senior Bowl, Johnson should elevate in the projections. I ended up being the No. They believe in what we got going here. Or Johnson simply could have struggled to handle being the alpha with a heavily increased workload. My birthday was on the seventh, just passed, and me and my dad brought a cake in and we celebrated my birthday and stuff. And I'm very happy that he did. You just start to run out of reasons why he cant go in the top 15.. Rep 1 winner: Johnson pic.twitter.com/fWCpMkMGnd. He called around, just a character check. I know what kind of person you are. Shortly after it. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. You want to check boxes based off what you saw on the tape, Brugler said. I need you to be that guy and I need you to act this way. I think he finds himself in that 12th-21st overall pick range, starting with Minnesota and ending with New England. We love our sports and we love competing so much. He embodies that mentality, just being a professional before hes a pro. Its head coaching changes, like I said. cmlkYXN0YXRlLnJpdmFscy5jb20lMkZuZXdzJTJGZGUtamVybWFpbmUtam9o "Coach Norvell, he was the first person to call me. Youve got to be wired different to come back from what he's come back from. Johnson excels versus the run, playing from 4, 3 and 2. This is my show. That's not how it works. Wherever Johnson lands next, he said he is leaving FSU happy about what he was able to contribute to the future of the program. Once he hit the transfer portal last December, he was a hot commodity and nearly every team in the country reached out to him to gauge his interest. Tommy: Dotson. That play really stands out to me. Beyond his impact leadership, teams will be attracted by his complete game being effective in both the run and pass defense. Jermaine Johnson said when he came to Florida State that he wanted to leave an imprint -- he wanted to make a mark and have a lasting impact on the program. My teammates work. Hes got 1.5 sacks in about 1.5 quarters so far. X2Nvb2tpZXNfd2luPXgnIHN0eWxlPSdkaXNwbGF5Om5vbmU7dmlzaWJpbGl0 dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 8 I went with Johnson because I believe hes a really, really good player who will make an immediate impact for the Falcons. That whole group of guys. I'm a competitive man.". 1 guy in the nation during that process, so that was amazing. So, I mean it's not that the program is just done. Michigans Aidan Hutchinson and Oregons Kayvon Thibodeaux are the consensus top two defensive ends in this class. Former FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson continues to build momentum as the NFL Draft approaches. Get your 30-day FREE trial***. The Seminoles only got him for 12 games, but you'd better believe he did exactly that. Right off the bat, I've heard great things about you. You see length. I mean just think of the guy's story. I just bring in leadership, bring in some camaraderie, I think, like I said, Coach Norvell, it is a big culture change going on around here. He plays quick. Florida State edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II isn't about to take a play or two off whether it's in a game or during practice. 2 JC DE, includes Oregon Ducks in top 5", "Four-star defensive end Jermaine Johnson commits to Georgia", "From 'Last Chance' to big chance for Eden Prairie's Jermaine Johnson at Georgia", "UGA football LB Jermaine Johnson plans transfer", "Jermaine Johnson II leading revitalization of Florida State defensive line", "Prospect watch: FSU's Johnson capitalizing on expanded role", "FSU defensive end Jermaine Johnson named ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week", "FSU's Jermaine Johnson II named ACC Defensive Player of the Year", "Jermaine Johnson Draft and Combine Prospect Profile", "2022 Draft Scout Jermaine Johnson II, Florida State NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile", "Jets Select Florida State Edge Jermaine Johnson II with No. At Florida State, Johnson was one of the only ACC players on defense to ever win an ACC Defensive Player of the Year . All rights reserved. Get your 30-day FREE trial, Florida State's Milton, Travis open up about QB battle at ACC Kickoff. It's fun to be around guys that want to work. That is what I do. I have a great amount of respect for both of those guys. The Seminoles have recently prioritized the transfer portal almost as much as high school recruiting. In terms of the cameras in Last Chance U, I wasnt really all caught up into that, just because I love the sport of football. Weve got everything we need and now it is moving in the right direction. You do anything how you do everything. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. And that fits well with the program. He spent his first season at JUCO Eden Prairie before spending a couple of years between the hedges at the University of Georgia. And once you have that kind of confidence behind you, I feel like you can do anything. [3] While at Independence, he was featured in the fourth season of the Netflix documentary series Last Chance U where he played under head coach Jason Brown. I will be whatever I can be for this team, whatever they need me to be. But I do know if they played in SEC, it takes a certain kind of grit to play in the SEC week-in and week-out. Thats how I was raised. I think Corbin becomes the only player (outside of JJ) to make a 53-man roster in 2022. You come in, you work, and you guys grow together. And that's all he had to say and like I said he had confidence in me as a player and a man so anybody that could stand by me especially a head coach like that. As I'm sure they are about me. Theres debate about who won the final rep. Brugler said it looked like a stalemate. One, just his work ethic. Tommy: There has been a lot of hype around JJ 11 and rightfully so. And I remember watching Dalvin play at Florida State. Scan the field and you're sure to see the 6-foot-5, 262-pound . We just clicked on the same page. bD0nK2w6Jyc7ai5hc3luYz10cnVlO2ouc3JjPQogICAgICAgICdodHRwczov A day after he earned first-team All-ACC honors, Johnson took home the conferences highest prize for a defender when he won ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors. Johnson likely wouldnt be an every-down defender for Georgia again this year, and now, hes an absolute difference-maker for the Seminoles. All Rights Reserved. Work is work. You see the active hands and the different pass rush moves. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. And they talked about Mike Tyson and his coach drilling in his head at an early age that nothing mattered but the task at hand. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. You see power. They just believe in every player here. Timeline 2022 Apr 28, 2022: Draft New York Jets select Jermaine Johnson with the No.. 2020 Dec 26, 2020:. They've also had three coaching changes. When he plays, it speaks for himself. Tommy: This comes down to more of who I want to get drafted compared to the reality of things related to FSU as of late. But if he was a top 25 pick coming in, now you start to run out of reasons why he cant go higher. As Smith controlled the football, Johnson burst free. eTpoaWRkZW4nIHdpZHRoPScwJz48L2lmcmFtZT4KPC9ub3NjcmlwdD4KCgo=, PGRpdiBjbGFzcz0ncmEtY29udGFpbmVyIGRpc3Ryb19hZCc+CjxkaXYgY2xh And the same thing at Georgia, those guys work. There are no quick passes from the quarterback. Don't miss out on our great FSU Football and Recruiting coverage. We just clicked on the same page. Florida State defensive end Jermaine Johnson talks about the loss to Florida and playing his last game as a Seminole and his impact in one season. I thought we saw that from Johnson., #Lions HC Duce Staley picked Kentucky OL Darian Kinnard and Florida State EDGE Jermaine Johnson for post-practice 1-on-1. FSU AD Michael Alford updates Board of Trustees on current, future projects, state of NIL, Four Florida State freshmen explain why they did not sign with other top programs, 'Weatherman' Harrison Prieto balancing increased role with FSU basketball, master's degree, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Off the field, Norvell had a vision that even though both would be new to the team, they could still take on the leadership burdens traditionally reserved for the longest-tenured players on a college roster. A contender for warm and fuzzies would be Milton but I think thats a long shot. Right off the bat, I've heard great things about you. 8 TCU, The Battles End goes public. Johnsons defensive coordinator at Georgia, Dan Lanning, began his college coaching career as a graduate assistant on two different staffs with Norvell from 2011-2013, at Pittsburgh and Arizona State. Once he hit the transfer portal last December, he was a hot commodity and nearly every team in the country reached out to him to gauge his interest. LmpzcmRuLmNvbS9zL2NzLmpzP3A9MjI1NDYnIHR5cGU9J3RleHQvamF2YXNj 2023 www.tallahassee.com. Jermaine Johnson II (@ii_jermaine) December 26, 2020 There was a need for Norvell and co. to land an impact pass rusher and they got just that. Ive been through a lot during my whole football career. And its not even close. 8 to the Atlanta Falcons), Walker (No. And like I said, I just become more grateful for the position I'm in. Could Jermaine Johnson be the heir to Chandler Jones? aWdodD0nMCcgc3JjPSdodHRwczovL3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNv Again. "But if I do, Ill compete just like I compete in everything else. I care so much about Florida State and the people involved.. Hes the first piece in what is likely a multi-year retooling of the edge group., Sports Illustrated: No. Coming into the Senior Bowl, he already projected as a first-round pick. He let me know right off the bat, that obviously I was talented, I can do some things, but that he did make some calls. I just have the same approach to everything in life. The junior college route was needed for me, I feel like, in a few different ways. I think I'm pretty good at it. A lot of guys have tools, but can you weaponize your hands? I think he has that both in his awareness, the way he sees the game, and also having the physical tools to do something about it., #FloridaState DE Jermaine Johnson had another standout day on Saturday with 3.0 sacks. And like I said, I just become more grateful for the position I'm in. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. The whole program gets held to the same standard. I'm just excited to (see) where this program and this team is headed. Against Notre Dame Sunday night in the season opener, Johnson is the most active and most physical defensive player on the field. So does everybody else in this program. Entering his fifth and final season of college football, Johnson said he views 2021 as a '"rebirth" to his college career. Defensive linemen only have to beat one player and can take longer than usual. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Y29tc2NvcmUgPSBfY29tc2NvcmUgfHwgW107CiAgX2NvbXNjb3JlLnB1c2go You can take whatever information I have to say but like you said you dont just walk in and assume a position. Kinnard and Johnson were thought to have been the best performers that day. 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And I feel like that was the case for me and a lot of other players at a lot of other sports in the country. He let me know right off the bat, that obviously I was talented, I can do some things, but that he did make some calls. Great character things. That was his main point going through the whole thing, bringing the right guys in to get this thing moving in the right direction. He is arguably the top end in the draft and most experts agree he will be gone early to mid in the 1st round. I feel like thats what I try to live by. And thats what you want to see in pass rushers. The end of day ones practice at the Senior Bowl offered a glimpse of what Johnson could accomplish in the NFL. Jermaine Johnson is playing good ball. [7] As a senior, he finished third on the team with four sacks with 16 total tackles and 11 quarterback hurries. When football's over, you take the lessons you learned, use those going forward. Hes made an incredible impact. It wasnt because I said, OK, on this play I want your best. No, thats just how we have to practice.. Fox Sports NFL Draft Analyst Rob Rang recently projected Johnson going late in the first round 31st overall. I took that very strongly because I respect his opinion.. bnNvbi1icmluZ3MtdW5pcXVlLXRhbGVudC1wZXJzcGVjdGl2ZS10by1mc3Ut The guys from the Triple Option have gotten together to break down his highlights and give their opinions on his future in the NFL. So we get a better sense of that player. Youd have to ask them for that, but I gave them everything I got and still do.. I strongly believe in that. Whats left to prove? Reach Carter Karelsat ckarels@gannett.com or follow him on Twitter@CarterKarels. I didn't just come here and say, hey, you know what? I just feel more comfortable playing on the edge. d2luZG93Ll9kaWRBc3luY0luamVjdEdvb2dsZVRhZ01hbmFnZXIpIHJldHVy Johnson earned ACC Defensive Player of the Year honors Wednesday, capping a season where he led the conference in sacks (12) and tackles for loss (18). WalterFootball.com recently projected Johnson as a first-rounder, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Can convert speed to power with his bull rush. I just bring in leadership, bring in some camaraderie, I think, like I said, Coach Norvell, it is a big culture change going on around here. We support responsible gambling. Schools: Georgia, Florida State. bjsKICAgICAgICB3W2xdPXdbbF18fFtdO3dbbF0ucHVzaCh7J2d0bS5zdGFy [2], Johnson began his collegiate career at Independence Community College. He was hard to block all week. And once you have that kind of confidence behind you, I feel like you can do anything. So yeah, I was pretty fired up to find out he was coming here as well. Johnson becomes FSUs eighth winner of the award since it was first presented in 1993 and joins an illustrious group of former Seminoles which also includes Demarcus Walker (2016), Bjoern Werner (2012), Darnell Dockett (2003), Andre Wadsworth (1997), Peter Boulware (1996), Derrick Alexander (1994) and Derrick Brooks (1993). CoachAB: Jordan Wilson has an interesting size/speed combo. Jermaine Johnson 6'5/260 lbs/OLB-DEMade By Me, For NoleGameday -- Follow . What other FSU players might get selected? When your best players are your hardest workers, they can be an example of what it takes, said coach Mike Norvell. This article first appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. He received 53 of 64 votes, finishing ahead . Defensive coordinator Adam Fuller shared an example of Johnsons relentless pursuit on the practice field: I go back Friday and were practicing and we run a naked out-of-pocket play and Jermaine sprints 20 yards on a Friday at 9:30 in the morning to chase the guy down. So Staley wanted to see who would win in a simulated pass rush rep. At 6-foot-4, 324 pounds, Kinnard significantly outweighedJohnson (6-4 , 259 pounds). Johnson competed anyway, unlike other top prospects like Thibodeaux and Hutchinson. And then once he heard all he needed to hear that was the first thing that he said. To me he is still a round 5-7 guy who could be a preferred UDFA, meaning he will have some options if he is not drafted. And it doesnt always work out like Jermaine Johnson. ICAgfSkod2luZG93LGRvY3VtZW50LCdzY3JpcHQnLCdkYXRhTGF5ZXInLCdH Johnson said Wednesday morning he came to FSU for more than just earning accolades. 10, New York Jets. YXlzIGhhdmUgdGhlIGxhc3QgdmVyc2lvbgogICAgcy5zcmMgPSAiaHR0cHM6 I know that doesn't show that the program is bad. You don't just walk in somewhere and be like, Yeah, Im the new kid on the block. There's countless greats to come through this locker room and playing on that field. We know what that looks like, and I feel that every day we incorporate those values and those character aspects into what we have now here. Tall, long edge rusher. I get to the quarterback. That's all he said, Be you. I strongly believe in that. bS9ucy5odG1sP2lkPUdUTS1NRjZQWFhDJmFtcDtndG1fYXV0aD1LaEg2aGVD Former Florida State DE Jermaine Johnson elevated draft stock at Senior Bowl Carter Karels Tallahassee Democrat 0:00 6:31 None of the 12 sacks Jermaine Johnson II recorded in his one-year. And so did my head coach, Coach Brown, and the staff over there. The Athletics Dane Brugler has Johnson ranked 46th overall among his top 50 draft prospects, but praised his pursuit, awareness and open field finish following the Miami game. Johnson and Robinson lead group of eight Florida State All-ACC football selections, In only one season, Jermaine Johnson has left a lasting legacy on Florida State football, Florida State football final report card: Evaluating the Seminoles after their 5-7 season. ", "Of course. INDIANAPOLIS -- Jermaine Johnson II had but one year to prove his worth as an edge defender. The 2022 NFL Draft kicks off this week, beginning with the first round this Thursday, starting at 8 p.m. and set to be broadcast on ESPN, ABC and NFL Network.. Has good hands with the ability to disengage from offensive linemen. He called me personally. [8] Towards the end of the season Johnson entered the transfer portal and enrolled at Florida State for his final season of NCAA eligibility. I play faster. Jermaine Johnson II was one of the few bright spots from a mediocre 2021 season for the Florida State Seminoles. They believe in what we got going here. cG9XSlVIbnFWemRFYTd3JmFtcDtndG1fcHJldmlldz1lbnYtMSZhbXA7Z3Rt But there are several examples where it just didnt work out as planned.. He was asked several times by the media Thursday why he chose to finish out his career at a school that went 3-6 last year and had its worst winning percentage in a season since 1975. That whole group of guys. They just believe in every player here. The three-day NFL Draft begins on April 28 in Las Vegas. Love them. Meiko Dotson had a big pro day. But like I said, Ill do anything the team needs me to do to win - special teams, playing different, anywhere else - whatever they need me to do I do.". "Are you willing to do that? Johnson recently received an invitation to participate in the Senior Bowl on Feb. 5th in Mobile, Alabama, but said Wednesday he has not decided yet if he will participate. And I feel like, with that goal, moving forward each day at a time, this program, everything will line up, and it will become what we want it to be. I think all those guys are, and that's gonna come to fruition this next season. He wasnt someone who needed to be around other elite talent to really be a productive player.. Subscribe using the link at the top of the page and never miss a moment. That goes on. I've done background checks. Johnson received 53 of the 64 votes after he was also the leagues top vote-getter in All-ACC voting. I also have fears that a Houston or New York will want that culture, it would be great for them but not great for Jermaine. ", "I mean I've been in college football for a little bit. Can you put thought in what you are doing with your pass rush? He has proven his ability to be comfortable as a classic 4-3 edge defender or a 3-4 outside linebacker throughout his collegiate career. I believe what him and the other staff got going here. So I feel like it was a necessary sacrifice and Id do it all again. 26 overall. Copyright 2023, Florida State University. 10, New York Jets. My teammates work. Theres a lot of talented pass rushers, but theres nuance to what Jermaine Johnson is doing with his rush, Brugler said. 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. You tell us we have to go through that to get it done and be able to play our sport, that's what we were going to do. I play faster. Subscribe using the link at the top of the page and never miss a moment. Make sure everything on that end was straight. Tomahawk Nation, a Florida State Seminoles community, Where will Jermaine Johnson land? 2 Alabamaplayed all 14 games in 2019, recording 20 tackles, 3.0 for loss with 2.5 sacks, 13 quarterback pressures, one forced fumble and one pass breakupregistered 96 tackles, including 19.0 for loss with 12.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries in 20 games at Independencerated as consensus top-three JUCO prospect nationallyearned All-Metro honors at Eden Prairie. He believed in who I could be. I sincerely hope Im wrong and get laughed at for those predictions. My birthday was on the seventh, just passed, and me and my dad brought a cake in and we celebrated my birthday and stuff. He was used mostly as a third-down specialist for Kirby Smarts defense. I just feel more comfortable playing on the edge. Try to do what makes you happy in life. Its an easy relationship with everyone. That's part of why I came to the State to be part of the change. I mean I've been in college football for a little bit. Its huge for the young guys. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. And I think we can do special things together. And I agree. So, I'm just fired up to get those kind of guys in this program. Gambling problem? I think thats something that will really help him. After passing up his final year at the University of Georgia to finish his college career at Florida State, it would stand to reason he might be having some regrets. Jameis Winston. Realize everybody comes from all backgrounds. The play, which came in a 31-28 win over Miami, involved Johnson bringing down Hurricane wide receiver Brashard Smith for a five-yard loss. Check out Jermaine Johnson II's College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits and More College Stats at Sports-Reference.com . Some scouts, coaches and analysts considered him to have the best week of practice among players participating. Thats the goal. But Johnson was too quick. Odds & lines subject to change. They accepted me, and I worked my butt off for them, and I think I gained their respect through that, Johnson said. You can take whatever information I have to say but like you said you dont just walk in and assume a position. Its usually, Can you get to the quarterback or not? With Jermaine Johnson, not only can he get to the quarterback, but he is very aware versus the run. 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. 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. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg . Yeah, I mean that was a factor. Gambling problem? ", "I just try to be humble. Georgias front 7 recorded a ridiculous 7 sacks against Clemson. We understand that hard work works. 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