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Patriots announce release of rookie offensive lineman

The Patriots made a roster move on the offensive lineman on Monday

The New England Patriots announced they are waiving rookie guard/center Ryan Johnson on Monday.

It’s a tough break for Johnson, who was always considered a long shot to make the roster. He was likely hoping to have the opportunity to compete for a roster spot at training camp, but now, that chance in New England has gone up in smoke.

The Patriots are even more crowded at the guard position than they were before mandatory minicamp. Mike Onwenu, who was originally slated to play right tackle, was seen back at right guard taking reps.

He could be joining the likes of rookie Layden Robinson, Sidy Sow, Atonio Mafi, Nick Leverett and Michael Jordan as an interior blocker. Cole Strange is out with a knee injury, but there is a chance he will return at some point as well.

It was always going to be an uphill battle for Johnson, a former undrafted rookie free agent out of Youngstown State. The Patriots now have an open roster spot with plenty of options to fill it.

Patriots announce five roster moves on Monday

The Patriots released a veteran RB and announced four new rookie free agent signings

It was a busy Monday for the New England Patriots, following rookie minicamp.

The team announced the release of veteran running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn and the signings of four rookie free agents, including running back Terrell Jennings, guard Ryan Johnson, linebacker Jay Person and Australian defensive end Jotham Russell.

It’s worth noting the Patriots will receive an exemption for Russell, who is an International Pathway Program player. Russell is a former rugby player turned defensive end, while Johnson is a versatile offensive lineman with experience at both guard and tackle.

Meanwhile, the Person and Jennings signings aren’t surprising considering the Patriots could use some added depth in the pipeline at both linebacker and running back.

Vaughn, a former third-round pick for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, appeared on the Patriots’ practice squad, but not much else came from his addition to the roster last season.

Former Vol Ryan Johnson debuts with Georgia Tech

Former Vol Ryan Johnson debuts with Georgia Tech.

TALLAHASSEE – Former Tennessee offensive lineman Ryan Johnson debuted for Georgia Tech Saturday.

Johnson started at right guard for the Yellow Jackets, as Georgia Tech defeated Florida State, 16-13.

Johnson played in 35 games for the Vols 2017-19 and became a graduate transfer in December.

On Dec. 2, Johnson announced his intent to transfer.

“First of all, I would like to thank all the young men and women who have been my fans and waited for me diligently after every game to give me a high five whether we won or lost,” Johnson announced on Twitter in December. “You are truly VFLs. I would also like to thank the VolNation for the last four years – this has been an incredible ride.”

Ryan Johnson transfers to Georgia Tech

Ryan Johnson transfers to Georgia Tech.

ATLANTA — Former Tennessee offensive lineman Ryan Johnson has announced that he will be a graduate transfer and play at Georgia Tech.

The redshirt junior played in 35 games for the Vols since 2017.

On Dec. 2 Johnson announced his intent to transfer.

“First of all, I would like to thank all the young men and women who have been my fans and waited for me diligently after every game to give me a high five whether we won or lost,” Johnson announced on Twitter. “You are truly VFLs. I would also like to thank the VolNation for the last four years – this has been an incredible ride.”

Ryan Johnson enters NCAA transfer portal

Ryan Johnson has announced that he will be a graduate transfer.

KNOXVILLE — Tennessee offensive lineman Ryan Johnson has announced that he will be a graduate transfer.

The Brentwood, Tenn. native said “this has not been an easy decision for me or my family.”

“First of all, I would like to thank all the young men and women who have been my fans and waited for me diligently after every game to give me a high five whether we won or lost,” Johnson announced on Twitter. “You are truly VFLs. I would also like to thank the VolNation for the last four years – this has been an incredible ride.”

The redshirt junior has played in 35 games for the Vols since 2017.

UT News: November 27, 2019

UT News: November 27, 2019

We have reached the middle of the week — and also the day before Thanksgiving — which means football is in the air, as the Volunteers gear up for their final regular-season game against the Vanderbilt Commodores. The Vols have been on a roll in the athletics realm, but they have also excelled in the classroom as well. Speaking of doing well, the Lady Vols basketball team continues to roll along after defeating the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions last night, and their coach had a few things to say about the hot start. The hottest of them all might be quarterback Jarrett Guarantano, but let us discuss the academic accolades first.

Record four Vols make academic all-district team

The Tennessee Volunteers have scored big in the classroom, with four football players earning CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team honors — the most among Power 5 programs.

Redshirt senior offensive lineman Brandon Kennedy, redshirt junior offensive lineman Ryan Johnson, junior defensive lineman Matthew Butler and sophomore punter/kicker Paxton Brooks were selected by CoSIDA in District 3 this month for their combined excellence both in athletics and academics. The four are also eligible for Academic All-American honors as well.

Johnson received his second consecutive selection — only the third Vol ever to earn the feat, with Parker Henry and Peyton Manning being the only other two. Overall, Tennessee now has 32 all-time CoSIDA Academic All-District honors.

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UT football sets school record with four Vols named to CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team

UT football sets school record with four Vols named to CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team.

KNOXVILLE — The Tennessee football team set a school record with four Vols being named to the CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team.

UT press release:

The Tennessee football team set a school record with four Vols collecting CoSIDA Academic All-District First Team honors this fall, the most of any Power 5 program.

Redshirt senior offensive lineman Brandon Kennedy, redshirt junior offensive lineman Ryan Johnson, junior defensive lineman Matthew Butler and sophomore punter/kicker Paxton Brooks were selected for the honor in District 3 by CoSIDA this month. The award recognizes the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom.

Tennessee’s quartet is eligible to be named Academic All-Americans this season, as well.

Johnson was selected to the All-District First Team for the second straight season, making him only the third Vol ever to receive the honor in back-to-back years, joining holder Parker Henry (2016-17) and quarterback Peyton Manning (1996-97). Kicker Daniel Lincoln also won the award twice, but not in consecutive seasons (2007, 2009).

Overall, Tennessee now has 32 all-time CoSIDA Academic All-District honors.

Tennessee’s previous school-record for most All-District winners was three in 2016. The Academic All-District Team has been recognized since at least 1956.

Brooks, who holds a 3.98 GPA and is majoring in Kinesiology, was selected for the First Team as a specialist.

Kennedy holds a 3.84 GPA while working on his master’s degree in sports psychology and motor behavior. He is set to graduate in December and will have a sixth year of eligibility remaining. Kennedy earned his bachelor’s degree in recreation and sports management from Alabama in three years before transferring to Tennessee.

Kennedy is the Vols’ starting center and is the only Vol to start every game on the offensive line. He captured SEC Offensive Line of the Week honors following a dominant performance against South Carolina in October and has paved the way for UT’s offensive success with four different players lining up at quarterback this fall.

Johnson is an All-District First Team honoree for a second consecutive season. He has a 3.88 GPA while working on his master’s in structural engineering after graduating in three years with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Johnson has appeared in every game this season while making three starts at guard. He was also chosen to be in this year’s VOLeaders Academy class.

Butler holds a 3.64 GPA and is majoring in political science. He is a member of the VOLeaders Academy and traveled to Rwanda this summer as part of community service and educational trip with the program.

Student-athletes eligible for Academic All-District status are those holding a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.30 (on a 4.0 scale). Nominees must also have reached sophomore athletic and academic standing at their institution and have completed at least one calendar year at the institution.