Michigan, Johnson and USC
Will Johnson breaks down his record-breaking pick-six vs. USC
Johnson had an epic pick-six to put the game away in Week 1 against Fresno State, but his second this season (third of his career) was even more epic. Sitting back in zone against a suddenly white-hot USC offense,
Will Johnson injury update: Michigan football CB exits USC game early
Johnson, a consensus first-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft and one of the top defensive backs in college football, has been a consistent shutdown force on the outside of Michigan's defense. The junior set a school record with his third career interception return for a touchdown Saturday, and now has nine career interceptions.
Michigan Football: Will Johnson is the most dominant corner in college football
Michigan's Will Johnson reminded everyone once again why he's one of the top players in all of college football. Late in the third quarter, Johnson baited USC QB Miller Moss into making a costly mistake - one that resulted in a 42-yard pick six.
Michigan Football News: Wolverines Star CB Will Johnson Suffers Injury vs. USC
Michigan's standout cornerback, All-American Will Johnson, suffered a concerning injury late in the Wolverines' matchup against USC. Earlier in the game, Johnson had made a crucial play, intercepting USC quarterback Miller Moss and helping extend Michigan's lead to 20-10.
WATCH: Michigan CB Will Johnson breaks school record with 42-yard interception return TD against USC
Johnson was tied with Mike Sainristil, Lavert Hill, Brandon Watson, Lance Dottin and Thom Darden in the Michigan record books before the record-breaking interception. Johnson had an 86-yard interception return for a touchdown in the Wolverines' season-opener against Fresno State that sealed a 30-10 win.
Will Johnson breaks Michigan football record
Miller Moss looked to make a simple throw in the flat, but Johnson closed down on the pass, intercepted the ball, and took it 42-yards for a pick-six. Dominic Zvada would go on to miss the extra point,
Michigan’s Will Johnson ‘in a good place’ after exiting USC game with injury
ANN ARBOR – Michigan’s Will Johnson made the play of the game for the team’s defense Saturday against No. 11 USC. The All-American cornerback jumped a hitch route to intercept Miller Moss and returned it 42 yards for a touchdown in a 27-20 victory at Michigan Stadium to open Big Ten play.
Will Johnson injury: Michigan cornerback exits game, taken to locker room
Cornerback Will Johnson went to the locker room at the start of the fourth quarter with a staffer during a timeout with the Wolverines up 20-17. Johnson was the catalyst of the biggest play for Michigan in the second half when he jumped a hitch route for a pick-6 to put Michigan ahead 20-10.
Sherrone Moore provides encouraging injury update on Michigan CB Will Johnson
Despite not playing on USC’s final drive due to an undisclosed injury, Michigan CB Will Johnson very well could have went back in the game, according to Sherrone Moore. Here’s Moore’s full quote on Jo
'Just instincts': UM's Will Johnson has a flair for the dramatic with pick-sixes
Ann Arbor — Michigan cornerback Will Johnson speaks about his football instincts but also his impeccable preparation. The way ...
Michigan TE Colston Loveland 'doing better', CB Will Johnson 'day-by-day' with shoulder
Head coach Sherrone Moore said "doctors felt it would be in the best interest that (Loveland) not" play vs. USC, but he's ...
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Will Johnson’s latest pick-6 sends message: Be careful throwing his way
While Will Johnson’s pick-6 came a pivotal moment for Michigan football on Saturday, its defensive coordinator saw it coming.
Fantasy football market share report: Diontae Johnson back in play, Rome Odunze likely to be overrated for Week 4
Michael Salfino runs the Week 3 volume numbers with an eye on Week 4, suggesting Diontae Johnson is back to no-doubt fantasy ...
First and 10: Georgia-Alabama clash ushers in college football era where more is always better
Georgia facing Alabama in what could be the first of three games between teams is new college football world where more is ...
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Iowa football: After four games, Hawkeye defense is very good with room to grow
And Iowa’s long-maligned offense has built some positive momentum this season, in part due to the brilliance of running back ...
Will Johnson Jr. has incredible streak going on his way to 2025 NFL Draft
Perhaps the best player in the 2025 NFL Draft, Will Johnson Jr. has not given up a touchdown in two years for Michigan ...
DJ Johnson started season at Riverview but will play for Booker when the teams meet Friday
Johnson said he was prepared to play this season as a Ram, but moved in with dad, who lives in Booker's district.