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WATCH: The moment Lonnie Johnson found out he’ll be a Texan

Former Wildcat Lonnie Johnson is officially a Texan. After years of hard work, including a tough childhood and a few years in junior college, his dream of playing in the National Football League is finally coming true. Johnson was the eighth cornerback selected; he was the seventh selected in the second round.

He’ll remember this night – this moment – for the rest of his life. Here’s Johnson placing the Texans’ hat on for the first time:

— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) April 27, 2019

That’s the face of a man who’s ready to get to work.