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Ohio State Punter Cameron Johnston Signs Free Agent Contract With The Philadelphia Eagles

Cameron Johnston didn't hear his name called in the 2017 NFL Draft but that doesn't mean he doesn't have a chance to become a professional football player.

Johnston is set to take that shot in the City of Brotherly Love, as he signed as a free agent with the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. The Ohio State punter confirmed the news with Eleven Warriors.

Excited for the opportunity to sign with the @Eagles! Looking forward to getting to Philadelphia to compete and learn! #FlyEaglesFly

— Cameron Johnston (@Cam_Johnston) April 29, 2017

Johnston becomes the first Buckeye punter to earn an NFL contract since A.