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.