Draft Scouting Report:

Rating: 71.73 (Chance to start)

Pro Comparison: DeMonte Bolden

Summary:

Desjuan Johnson is an undersized interior defender who makes up for it with a quick first step and good grip strength. He can do a better job of stacking and shedding blockers in the run games. Johnson had a 17.2% missed tackle rate in 2022.

Strengths:

  • Did not look out of place against Ohio State
  • Fires out of his stance with good leverage
  • Good grip strength
  • Great first-step quickness

Weaknesses:

  • Would like to see more stack and shed ability in the run game
  • Likes ideal mass to hold up on the interior
  • 17.2% missed tackle rate in 2022