will johnson

Full Name: William "Will" Johnson

Date of Birth: March 29, 2003

Age: 22 (as of May 2025)

Hometown: Detroit, Michigan

High School: Grosse Pointe South High School (Grosse Pointe, MI)

College: University of Michigan

Conference: Big Ten

Years at School: 2022–2024

Redshirt Status: Did not redshirt

Transfer History: None

Eligibility Remaining: Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft

FootBall Information

Position(s) Played: Cornerback

Pro Position Projection: Outside Cornerback

Jersey Number: #2

Starter or Backup: Starter

Team Captain: Not publicly disclosed

Games Played / Started:

  • 2022: 14 games (started final 5)

  • 2023: 12 games (12 starts)

  • 2024: 6 games (6 starts)

Injury History:

  • 2023: Missed 3 games due to injury

  • 2024: Suffered shoulder contusion and turf toe, limiting him to 6 games

Coach History:

Head Coach:

  • Jim Harbaugh (2022–2023), Sherrone Moore (2024)

  • Defensive Coordinator: Jesse Minter (2022–2023), Steve Clinkscale (2024)

Physical

Measurements

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 194 lbs

Arm Length: 30 1/8”

Hand Size: 9 1/8”

Wingspan: Pending Combine

summary

summary

Will Johnson is a prototypical outside cornerback, combining size, athleticism, and football intelligence. At 6'2" and 194 lbs, he possesses the ideal frame to match up against larger receivers. His collegiate career at Michigan was marked by exceptional coverage skills, allowing minimal receptions and no touchdowns in 2023. Johnson's ball skills are evident in his nine career interceptions, three of which he returned for touchdowns, setting a school record. His ability to read quarterbacks and anticipate routes makes him a threat in both man and zone coverage schemes. Injuries in his junior year, including a shoulder contusion and turf toe, limited his availability and may have impacted his draft stock. Despite these setbacks, his on-field performance remained strong, showcasing resilience and dedication. Johnson's physical attributes, combined with his football IQ, make him a valuable asset in the secondary. He projects as an immediate starter in the NFL, with the potential to develop into a shutdown cornerback.