Rams improve secondary depth with John Johnson
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The Los Angeles Rams have selected safety John Johnson out of Boston College in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Johnson transitioned from cornerback and should be equally adept at playing both positions at the professional level.
John Johnson Bio
Position: S
School: Boston College
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-0
Weight: 208 lbs
Strengths
- Transitioned from corner; adept at playing both free safety and in slot.
- Plus ball skills for a safety.
- Long. Rangy. Strong. Athletic.
- Aggressive and decisive when aiding in the run game.
Weaknesses
- Still learning nuances of the position.
- Long strider, but not especially fast.
- Stops moving his feet in anticipation of making a tackle. (NFL.com)
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.61 sec |
| Bench Press | 14 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 37 inches |
| Broad Jump | 119 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 6.72 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.18 sec |