It’s no secret Miami’s linebacking corps has struggled in recent years, and the spring game didn’t do much to assuage those concerns. Mario Cristobal might have just found some much needed help today.
UCLA transfer LB Caleb Johnson picked the Hurricanes this afternoon, opting for Miami over the Texas Longhorns.
Johnson originally enrolled with Texas back in January 2019, but ultimately transferred to UCLA in January 2020 after a stop at Fullerton College. With the Bruins, he totaled 89 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 5.5 sacks over two seasons.
Johnson has the opportunity to step in and earn a starting LB spot immediately.