Post by Banana Cat on Dec 17, 2011 4:25:23 GMT -5
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One Duck Is Headed To Another League…Who Do You Think?
– Sam Finley, EDN Sports Editor
He played in a Rose Bowl as well as a national championship game. Now he’s taking his talents to another league. Just so we’re clear, I’m not talking about LaMichael James.
No, in this case, it’s former Oregon defensive back Marvin Johnson. He just signed a contract to play for a UIFL (Ultimate Indoor Football League) team in Illinois. Johnson will be playing for the Danville Dragons starting in March of 2012.
“I’m very excited,” said Johnson. “I haven’t played since the BCS Championship, so that’s been a long time off. I’m ready to get back on the field.”
He may not have played a lot since graduating last year, but the 5’11, 210-pound Johnson has been working out at his home in Southern California in case some squad gave him a call. Now he hopes that this opportunity will lead to greater things. His cousin (and fellow former Oregon standout) Jeremiah currently plays for the Denver Broncos and he’d like to reach that pinnacle, too.
“I’m just trying to open some eyes,” he explained. “I want to let everybody see what I’ve got and do my best. I’d like to have another winning season with a team, and get some great film going. Hopefully, that’ll help me get into a higher league like the CFL or the NFL.”
In the meantime, the Dragons are elated with their acquistion of Johnson and intend to utilize him in more than one position.
“Marvin has shown his ability to play multiple positions on defense,” stated Dragons’ head coach Jarrod Rogol. “We’ll utilize his speed and power offensively and, of course, he’ll make an impact on special teams.”
Johnson has no objections, claiming it takes him back to his days playing at Dominquez High School in Comption.
“I do see myself playing a lot of positions,” he said. “I’d like to play some offense, whether it’s at receiver, running back, or wherever I’m needed. When I was in high school, I played both ways and I’m ready to do that again.”
He’s also kept up on his alma mater, and likes their chances in the Rose Bowl on January 2nd.
“I haven’t seen Wisconsin play,” Johnson explained. “But I know what the Ducks can do, so I’m going with them all the way.”
Furthermore, Johnson has a message for the people back in Eugene.
“I want to thank Oregon for the opportunity to come play out of high school,” Johnson said. “I had a great five years in Eugene that I will never forget. Once a Duck, always a Duck.”
– Sam Finley, EDN Sports Editor
He played in a Rose Bowl as well as a national championship game. Now he’s taking his talents to another league. Just so we’re clear, I’m not talking about LaMichael James.
No, in this case, it’s former Oregon defensive back Marvin Johnson. He just signed a contract to play for a UIFL (Ultimate Indoor Football League) team in Illinois. Johnson will be playing for the Danville Dragons starting in March of 2012.
“I’m very excited,” said Johnson. “I haven’t played since the BCS Championship, so that’s been a long time off. I’m ready to get back on the field.”
He may not have played a lot since graduating last year, but the 5’11, 210-pound Johnson has been working out at his home in Southern California in case some squad gave him a call. Now he hopes that this opportunity will lead to greater things. His cousin (and fellow former Oregon standout) Jeremiah currently plays for the Denver Broncos and he’d like to reach that pinnacle, too.
“I’m just trying to open some eyes,” he explained. “I want to let everybody see what I’ve got and do my best. I’d like to have another winning season with a team, and get some great film going. Hopefully, that’ll help me get into a higher league like the CFL or the NFL.”
In the meantime, the Dragons are elated with their acquistion of Johnson and intend to utilize him in more than one position.
“Marvin has shown his ability to play multiple positions on defense,” stated Dragons’ head coach Jarrod Rogol. “We’ll utilize his speed and power offensively and, of course, he’ll make an impact on special teams.”
Johnson has no objections, claiming it takes him back to his days playing at Dominquez High School in Comption.
“I do see myself playing a lot of positions,” he said. “I’d like to play some offense, whether it’s at receiver, running back, or wherever I’m needed. When I was in high school, I played both ways and I’m ready to do that again.”
He’s also kept up on his alma mater, and likes their chances in the Rose Bowl on January 2nd.
“I haven’t seen Wisconsin play,” Johnson explained. “But I know what the Ducks can do, so I’m going with them all the way.”
Furthermore, Johnson has a message for the people back in Eugene.
“I want to thank Oregon for the opportunity to come play out of high school,” Johnson said. “I had a great five years in Eugene that I will never forget. Once a Duck, always a Duck.”
