Ohio State cornerback JK Johnson entered the NCAA transfer portal on Tuesday, The Dispatch has confirmed. Johnson started five games for the Buckeyes this past season, filling in over a midseason stretch when Cameron Brown was sidelined by a knee injury. It was his largest role with the program since enrolling in 2021 as a top-50 overall prospect from St. Louis. A shoulder injury limited him to only one game in his first season, prompting him to redshirt. Aug 11, 2022; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback JK Johnson (4) stretches during football camp at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns-The Columbus Dispatch Appearing in 13 games last fall, Johnson finished with 20 tackles. According to Pro Football Focus, he allowed 12 receptions and three touchdowns while being targeted 20 times in pass coverage. Noah Ruggles:Ohio State kicker ‘takes full responsibility’ for field goal miss vs.…
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