
LJ Johnson
- Pos RB
- Height 5-10
- Weight 210
Prospect Info
- High School Cy-Fair
- City Cypress, TX
- Exp 2023 - ...
H.S. Scouting Report
2 evaluationsEvaluated 12/18/2020

Projection
Second RoundSolidly built with naturally lower center of gravity to provide for prototypical running back stature. Combines impressive big-play ability with high-volume grind. Consistently shows good lateral foot quickness and can make defenders miss in the hole. At his best as a downhill hole-puncher with one-cut explosiveness. Run leverage is good and compounded by functional strength, particularly in the lower body. Verified top-end speed with a 4.42 40 that dates to sophomore year. Promising block-following instincts and vision. Displays consistently good contact balance with strength to run through arm tackles. Also flashes an effective stiff-arm. Rushing production noticeably dropped from junior to senior year, including yards per carry (9.4 to 7.1). Run-finishing urgency not as consistent as junior performance, but pass-catching reps ticked slightly upward. No doubt one of the nation's top 2021 running backs. Should become a multi-year impact starter and likely possess an early-round NFL Draft ceiling.
More Evaluations
- Evaluated 11/20/2019 Gabe Brooks National Scouting Analyst Read
H.S. Athletic Background
2020: Was named the District 17-6A Offensive MVP as a senior
2019: Texas AP Class 6A second-team all-state selection as a junior; District 17-6A unanimous Overall MVP; MaxPreps second-team Junior All-American.
2018: Named the District 17-6A Offensive Newcomer of the Year as a sophomore.