COLUMBUS, Ohio — Paris Johnson Jr. came to Ohio State football with immense promise, and in his third season, finally put everything on the field. The Cincinnati native’s lone season at left tackle resulted in consensus All-America honors and a tough act to follow for the programs’ returning offensive linemen. Johnson now heads off to the NFL, announcing Tuesday on Twitter that he will enter April’s draft. He is widely expected to be a first-round selection, perhaps among the top 15 picks. “It has always been a dream of mine since I committed to The Ohio State University to leave with both my degree and a Buckeye tree,” Johnson wrote of the ceremonial trees planted for All-Americans. “I am grateful for the opportunity to accomplish both in three years. “After having several conversations with my coaches and family, I want to accomplish the first dream of mine since I was…
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