re: 2019 Football Recruiting Thread - Auburn Goes 4/7 & Land Brothers

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Auburn’s one splash landing on National Signing Day came from Caleb Johnson.

The 3-star defensive lineman from Columbus, Ga., has been on Auburn radar for a while, but the Tigers didn’t make a serious push until late. After hosting him on his official visit, the coaching staff fell in love with the human being as much as the football player, which weighed heavily on how the Tigers hoped to close out the class.

Johnson picked Auburn over Florida to become the 24th commitment in the class.

He has the ability to fill several different roles for the Tigers. Johnson is someone who can serve a variety of purposes on the defensive line because of his athleticism.

3-star defensive end Caleb Johnson

247Sports composite ranking: No. 29 defensive end, No. 61 in Georgia, No. 579 overall

Hometown: Columbus, Ga.

School: Northside

Height: 6-foot-3

Weight: 267 pounds

Offers: 13, including Auburn, Tennessee, Louisville and Florida

Commitment: Feb. 7, 2018

Senior season stats: 104 tackles, 8 sacks, 1 forced fumbles, 4 fumble recoveries

Where he fits at Auburn: Caleb Johnson is one of the most versatile prospects in the country. I’ve had a couple scouts suggest they could see him on the offensive side of the ball because of his rare athleticism. He started his high school career as an outside linebacker, but has gradually transitioned into a defensive end. That’s likely where he’ll start for the Tigers. If he continues his growth — which I expect — Johnson can grow into a defensive tackle. That athleticism and versatility was impossible to turn down.

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