Michael Johnson NFL Draft Scouting Report

Defensive End

Georgia Tech


College Position: Defensive End
School: Georgia Tech
Grade: Senior
Height: 6-7
Weight: 250
Birthdate:
Draft Projection: Second
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Defensive End (6)
3-4 Linebacker (5)

Draft Result Drafted in the 2009 Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 3rd round with the #6 pick.
An excellent value pick. A top 10 talent with questionable desire and effort. The Bengals pass rush is a major weakness and Johnson should be able to fill a situational pass rusher role for the Bengals and has a chance to be even more.

Strengths Has the ideal frame to be a disruptive pass rusher at the next level. Long arms help with separation from offensive tackles. Very athletic, yet still disciplined as a pass rusher. Top 10 in terms of athletic ability and talent.

Weaknesses It comes as shock to most that a player with all of Michael Johnson physical tools is a first time starter this season. If this were USC, LSU, Florida, etc then we would have a good reason for Johnson not starting but Georgia Tech? The big question mark for Johnson is ability to play the run. Has the tools but does he want to be a great football player. When push comes to shove he has not played up to his measureables. A boom or bust type.

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