CNNSI.com NFL Draft 2002


 
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Brian Johnson | DE | New Mexico | Mountain West Conference
Height Weight 40 Grade
6'2 280 4.83 3.35
Former walk-on that started his career at running back before being moved to tight end and eventually finding a home on the defensive line. All-Conference selection as a senior when he totaled 24/2/1 after 60/12/9.5 as a junior, when again he was an All-Conference choice.

Pass rushing defensive end coming off a poor senior campaign. Quickly gets off the snap of the ball, plays low to the ground with leverage and fluid changing direction. Nimble, breaks down well and makes plays from all angles of the field. Works to stay off blocks, keeps on his feet and relentless in his pursuit of the ballcarrier. Rushes the edge with speed but not big, bulky and easily moved out of his angle of attack on occasion. Also driven off the line of scrimmage when opponents run at him. Hit a bump in the road last season after it looked like he was developing into a prospect as a junior. May sneak into the late rounds if he runs fast prior to the draft but as of now unlikely to be selected. Free Agent.

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