Michigan safety announces 2024 NFL Draft

admin | February 3, 2024 | Other Clubs | No Comments

Johnson is the most recent Michigan player to decide to go pro.

One of Michigan’s 2024 NFL Draft hopefuls made their decision on Friday, after many others announced earlier in January. This time, Quinten Johnson, a fifth-year senior safety, revealed his decision to enter the draft on his Instagram page.

Michigan safety Quinten Johnson declares for 2024 NFL Draft

Made some huge plays this season pic.twitter.com/QkXGo6RAon

— Clayton Sayfie (@CSayf23) February 2, 2024

Johnson had a career season in 2023, playing 14 games at safety and accumulating 22 tackles, one interception, and one forced fumble. After redshirting as a freshman in 2019, Johnson has largely contributed on special teams throughout his tenure in Ann Arbor.

While Johnson may not have played the most snaps or filled out the stat sheet, he did make some major plays when given the opportunity. In “The Game” versus Ohio State, he had a crucial pass breakup on receiver Emeka Egbuka. He also caused a fumble against Jalen Milroe and Alabama in Michigan’s Rose Bowl triumph.

Johnson may not be ranked high on draft boards right now, but he should have a chance to reach the next level’s roster as a special teams player. He has four years of experience playing for Jay Harbaugh, something any NFL team would value while putting together a roster ahead of the season.

What. A. HIT. 😤💥@Umichfootball pic.twitter.com/dpGFabMd5Q

— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 25, 2023

Johnson came to Michigan as part of the 2019 recruiting class. He was a three-star recruit by 247Sports after playing high school ball at St. John’s in Washington D.C.

While Johnson may not be the most well-known candidate in this April’s draft, his contributions to Michigan’s biggest games in 2023 cannot be disregarded.