Penn State has secured another impressive recruit, reinforcing its pattern of attracting elite talent. This new addition strengthens the team’s roster and highlights their effective recruiting strategy. The Nittany Lions are clearly gaining momentum as they strive for success on the field.
Penn State has secured a commitment from a safety. After taking an official visit to the Nittany Lions this summer and making several unofficial visits previously, Johnson had initially committed to Louisville in June but reopened his recruitment following his recent visit to Penn State.
He expressed his appreciation for Penn State, saying, “Penn State is all about family and looking out for me and my family. They genuinely want what’s best for me, not just in football, but in my life outside of it.” Standing 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 185 pounds, he felt a strong connection with the coaching staff and players, especially with associate head coach and defensive recruiting coordinator Terry Smith, who played a significant role in his recruitment.
He also highlighted Penn State’s reputation for developing defensive backs, stating, “Penn State is Lockdown U. They have one of the top defenses in college football right now, and the work they do with defensive backs is impressive. I feel like I have a strong relationship with the staff at PSU; I talk to many people there every day. I really love the energy when I’m on campus.”
While Johnson had been committed to Louisville, he was also considering Iowa and Arkansas, with plans for official visits to both schools.
Ranked as a three-star recruit with a rating of 87 from 247Sports, Johnson is listed as the No. 90 cornerback in the 2025 class and the No. 39 senior in Ohio. The 247Sports Composite rankings closely match these figures, placing him as the No. 83 cornerback nationally and the No. 37 senior in Ohio.
Penn State is recruiting Johnson as a cornerback, but his size and skill set offer the potential for a transition to safety if needed, adding versatility to the secondary. With a strong recruiting class, particularly at cornerback, Johnson will join highly regarded recruits like Daryus Dixson, Jahmir Joseph, and Xxavier Thomas, as well as safety Braswell Thomas. Given the depth of this class and the returning talent, Johnson is expected to take time to develop before contributing on the field.
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