Bears rookie Roschon Johnson, the 22-year-old running back who was stuck behind All-American Bijan Robinson at Texas, appears to be the type of all-around football player that special teams coaches love.
Richard Hightower knew the Bears landed a good one. The Bears' special teams coordinator has the texts to prove it.
"When you see this guy play football, he is as violent as they come," Hightower said."He can almost be a linebacker. The way he covers some kicks are outstanding." by signing up you agree to our terms of service At Texas, Johnson averaged six yards per carry last season while playing behind Robinson, who the Atlanta Falcons drafted eighth overall. Johnson ran for more than 550 yards in each of the last two seasons with just over 90 carries each season. For a backup running back coming off the bench, he was incredibly efficient.
Now, that process means a key role on special teams. Johnson will likely earn some chances at running back this season. But unless Herbert or Foreman goes down with an injury -- which is entirely possible at the brutal running back position -- those chances might be limited. Special teams is an area where Johnson can make a name for himself while he waits his turn at running back.
Johnson will likely be competing with Trestan Ebner, a sixth-round pick last year, and Travis Homer, a free agent addition, for a roster spot at the running back position. Homer is another player who is considered a special teams ace. Ebner returned 10 kickoffs last season, but otherwise was used sparingly.
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Bears RB Roschon Johnson Impresses at Rookie MinicampThe Bears were shocked Roschon Johnson was still on the board when they drafted him in the fourth round. By all accounts he’s impressed in just two days of practice.
Les mer »
Why some people believe ‘marijuana’ is a racist word, and why it doesn’t offend meLatin American History Professor Isaac Campos recently published findings online of his study on the history of cannabis terminology. CannabisCommunity cannabisindustry cannabisculture 420Life
Les mer »
Chicago Bears request permit to tear down Arlington race track buildingThe Chicago Bears have requested a permit to demolish the former Arlington race track buildings, one step in the process of eventually building a new stadium on the site.
Les mer »
Arlington Heights student to host speakers' series on Bears' possible move to townAn Arlington Heights college student is organizing a speakers' series that delves into the politics and economics of the Bears' move to town.
Les mer »
Uranium speculation comes knocking on Bears Ears’ doorstepUranium speculators plan to drill 25 exploratory wells along the northeastern boundary of Bears Ears National Monument.
Les mer »
GBP/USD Price Analysis: Bears are flexing and eye 1.2620GBP/USD is being pressured to the downside in lunchtime NY trade and is taking on a support structure that could lead the way to a move into test the
Les mer »