Texas wide receiver Collin Johnson can’t seem to catch a break from the injury bug.
Johnson suffered a hip flexor injury during training that will prevent him from working out at the NFL Combine this week. This isn’t necessarily crucial to test in these drills at the Combine, but considering Johnson’s injury-prone collegiate career, it’s something that teams will likely keep a close eye on.
Collin Johnson won’t be testing in Indy except for maybe a few ancillary tests; had a hip flexor pop up in training and will aim to do all drills at April 1st #Longhorns pro day.
— RosterWatch (@RosterWatch) February 25, 2020
After missing six games with Texas last season due to a nagging hamstring injury, Johnson was able to impress NFL scouts and executives at the Senior Bowl in January. Fortunately, he will have one more shot to showcase his full abilities at Texas’ Pro Day on April 1st.
In terms of measurements, Johnson is the tallest receiver at the Combine at 6’5 5/8″, but he wants to be known for more than just a big-bodied receiver. There’s no doubt that he will impress throughout the one-on-one interview portions, but Johnson has made it very clear that his injury-riddled past has made him a better person on and off the field.
“I feel like the injuries probably affected my stock, but at the end of the day, I can tell you that I’m better because of it. I’m a better man, and I know to enjoy my time on the field because I know it can be taken away from you at any given moment. So I’m very appreciative of any opportunity to keep playing.”
Johnson is confident in his athleticism and what he’s able to bring to the table, it’s just a matter of staying healthy.
My brief conversation with #Texas WR Collin Johnson @Horns247 pic.twitter.com/ISrKPnfPzq
— Ross Uglem (@RossUglem) February 25, 2020