Name: Jarid Johnson
School: University of Tennessee at Martin
Position: DL
Height: 6-2
Weight: 302
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
22’ season I played a role in the 2nd group, I begin to developing as a player. My goal this past season was to become a starter and play at an elite level.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
No Talk straight grinder, great team player. I’m a believer of showing you better than telling you . I love the grind and love to win as a team.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
My main goal as a interior defensive lineman is making sure my running defense is elite first stop the run! Watching opponents I try to find weak tendencies and what moves they get beat on the most and try to work those moves that week of practice preparing to face them next game. Second ,Pass rush is something I try to focus on being at a shade or head up making sure pass rush lanes are even and pushing the pocket . At 3 tech and out I try use my strength and work power to speed or speed to power moves
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
My grind and I’m big on effort, running down screens and Wide Receiver. Passing up linebackers on pursuit . Extra effort and my mindset I have when it comes to grinding and putting in the work everyday.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
Working on my Pro Day drills and staying in game ready condition are my main focus as of right now . I want to be able to have astounding performance.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Like I say running to the ball and just being disruptive in the back field. I approach practices like a game everyday. My Defense Line coach always started off meetings with “If you don’t do it in practice , don’t expect to do it in a game” . My energy and how I play I feel flows through the defense entirely making the defense as a whole play at an elite level. Off the field I try to be one of the most helpful and dependable teammates I can be . Jump offs , rides to store, lending money or help with school work . All these small things are stacked for the big picture , THE TEAM ,a brother hood and friendship that will last for a lifetime.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
All I need is one shot . You won’t regret it. I promise.
