Los Angeles Rams selected Desjuan Johnson of the Toledo Rockets as Mr Irrelevant in the 2023 NFL Draft, here is all you need to know about him, his age and height
You now know what it means since the 2023 NFL Draft’s last choice has been announced.
We now have a brand-new Mr. Irrelevant.
Johnson was chosen by the Los Angeles Rams with the 259th overall pick. Johnson was chosen as Mr. Irrelevant, the final pick in the NFL draft.
Who is Desjuan Johnson Mr Irrelevant 2023: Bio, age, height, parents, stats and highlights
With the final pick in the #NFLDraft, the Rams select Desjuan Johnson.
2023's Mr. Irrelevant‼️ pic.twitter.com/G1trrF0nUc
— ESPN (@espn) April 29, 2023
However, the title has no real meaning.
The most recent example is Brock Purdy, who was voted Mr. Irrelevant the year before and was selected by the San Francisco 49ers as their final pick.
Instead, he became the team’s starting quarterback in place of a first-round NFL pick and an NFL veteran, leading them to the NFC Championship game.
What is “Mr. Irrelevant”?
The NFL Draft’s final pick is referred to as “Mr. Irrelevant.” It was started in 1976 by wide receiver Paul Salata, a former NFL player, and has continued ever since.
Who is Desjuan Johnson?
Desjuan Johnson, a defensive lineman, is 23 years old as he was born on September 3, 1999. He participated in collegiate football at Toledo. He was born in Detroit, Michigan.
His arents are Dion Johnson and Lacreasia Stegar and his father played football at Kansa. Has three brothers, Dion, Dejon and Derion, and two sisters, Dionjanae and Darelle.
| Los Angeles Rams | |
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| Born: | September 3, 1999 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 285 lb (129 kg) |
He attended the University of Toledo for his whole five-year academic eligibility period.
He weighs 285 pounds and stands 6 feet 3 inches as a defensive lineman. He can perform both inside and outdoor play.
He participated in 51 games throughout the course of his five college seasons.
In total, he made 210 tackles, including 45.5 for losses, 14.5 sacks, 88 solos, and 122 assists. He made one interceptions as well.
He was a three-star prospect who attended East English Village Prep in Detroit.
In 2021, he earned Second-Team All-MAC recognition. He was selected for the First Team All-Mac in 2022.
Johnson will now attempt to land a spot on a defensive front for a team that values its diminutive linemen.
Although he was listed as a defensive tackle by the Rams, he is also capable of playing defensive end in the NFL.
The 23-year-old is one of many rookies on the Rams. The Rams selected 14 players in the 2023 draft. Johnson, a defensive lineman, was selected with the fifth overall pick.