Arizona defensive tackle PJ Johnson announced his decision to enter the 2019 NFL draft in an official statement on Twitter Wednesday morning.
Along with thanking former Arizona head coach Rich Rodriguez and Johnson’s position coach during the time of his recruitment, Vince Amey, the junior college transfer said, “my kids are my biggest driving force and I must do what is best for them.”
Johnson also added his appreciation for current head coach Kevin Sumlin and the rest of the Arizona coaching staff.
Although Johnson was positioned to anchor Arizona’s defensive line next season, his decision to begin preparation for the 2019 draft isn’t necessarily a surprise.