2022 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Saevion Johnson, RB, Texas A&M University-Kingsville
- Name: Saevion Johnson
- Position: RB
- College: Texas A&M University-Kingsville
- Height: 6’0″
- Weight: 217 lbs
- Twitter: @saevionjohnson
What should we know about Saevion Johnson the person?
I’m very hardworking and I’ll do anything to help everyone both in life and on the football field.
What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?
I want to play on the next level.
How are you planning to prepare for the draft?
I have a coach that I used to play for at Fresno State that has me doing specific drills and different lifts in the weight room.
What are your favorite moments from your football life?
When Overtime and Bleacher Report shouted out my run against UNLV when I was at Fresno State it was fun getting all that recognition.
What do you think are the keys to success on the football field?
Being coachable, having alot of heart and just being determined as well.
What sets you apart from other running backs?
It’s going to take more than one person to bring me down and my pass blocking skills are on point and I can catch too.
How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?
I usually talk to my mom and closest best friends from high school as well whenever I need something and go with the flow.
If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why?
LaDainian Tomlinson, because his story is just like mine and I would want some of his tips when he was getting coached and I could use those tips as well.
What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?
It really just happened I didn’t see myself playing football at first but when I was in high school with my skill set on the football field it hit me I was good at this.
What would a team get in a player like you?
You would get a hard worker and hard runner and someone who will just do whatever it takes for the team to win.
What type of energy do you bring onto the football field?
I bring good, positive vibes on the football field.
What do you love about the game of football?
I love that it is the only sport you can inflict pain on another person without getting in trouble.
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