Rufus
Johnson.
Rufus
Johnson.
Tarleton St.
A defensive scheme that typically employs a 4-2-5 nickel defense with an emphasis on applying pressure through stunts and blitzes.
Rotational interior pass rusher in Year 1, with a ceiling as a starting 3-technique due to his versatility and power.
A traditional two-gap 3-4 defense would significantly diminish his impact, as his strengths are in attacking gaps rather than holding the point.
Johnson's explosive first step and ability to penetrate make him a strong fit for a defense that prioritizes disruption on the interior.
Relative Athletic Score (Kent Lee Platte) benchmarks combine/pro-day numbers against every measured prospect at the position since 1987. 10.00 is elite; 5.00 is average.
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