By: Brendan Bolan
Paris Johnson Jr., T/OG, Ohio State, Junior
Height: 6’ 6”
Weight: 310 lbs
High School Recruit Rankings:
Rivals: 5-star recruit, 1st Ranked recruit in Ohio, 21st ranked nationally, 3rd ranked player at position
247 Sports: 5-star recruit, 1st ranked recruit in Ohio, 9th ranked nationally, 1st ranked player at position
ESPN: 5-star recruit, 1st ranked recruit in Ohio, 1 Ranked regionally, Ranked 2nd at position
Princeton High schools offensive MVP in 2019, Two-time OHSAA first team All-Ohio Selection, All-conference selection twice, 2020 All-American Bowl participant, Twice named MaxPreps All-American, Two-Time USA Today All American
| Year | Games Played | Games Started |
| 2021 | 13 | 13 |
| 2020 | 5 | 0 |
Scouting Notes:
Pros:
- Very active eyes, always looking for an assignment
- Can anchor larger defensive lineman
- Once you are in his grasp, it is rare you are getting away
- Covers ground quickly
- Can turn shoulders in the run game to open lanes
- Great as a puller in the run game
- Has very long limbs
Cons:
- Hand placement can be inaccurate off the snap
- Allows defensive lineman to get better positioning inside his frame due to his inaccurate strikes
- Can recognize stunts, but often times reacts too late
General Notes:
- More naturally built to play tackle, which is where he is transitioning in 2022
Accolades: Second-team All-Big 10 in 2021 by conference coaches, Third-team All-Big 10 by media.
Injury History: N/A
Personal Background: Has created his own foundation in which he helps homeless veterans and disadvantaged student athletes.
