No. 1 2025 Georgia athlete discusses Tennessee offer, potential fall visit
Tennessee offered 2025 four-star athlete Darrell Johnson on Sunday.
The 6-foot-3, 205-pound athlete is from Dodge County High School in Eastman, Georgia.
Johnson discussed his recruitment with Vols Wire.
“I really loved Tennessee’s facility and their coaches,” Johnson said. “I spoke with coach (Tim) Banks and coach Brian (Jean-Mary). We just met, but I think we’ll have a pretty good relationship.”
Johnson played quarterback, running back and defensive back last season at Dodge County.
He earned 2022 Georgia Region 1-AA Defensive Player of the Year and 2021 Offensive Freshman of the Year honors.
“The coaches told me I am an athlete and versatile player,” Johnson said. “They are learning towards me playing linebacker.”
Johnson is the No. 98 overall prospect and No. 10 athlete in the class of 2025. He ranks as the No. 1 athlete and No. 12 player in Georgia, according to On3.
Johnson made his first visit to Tennessee this weekend. He plans to make a return visit during the 2023 season.
“I do not have a set date, but I plan to visit Tennessee and come for a game this season,” he said.
The 2025 prospect also detailed his recruitment with a potential commitment timeline.
“I do not really have a certain order as far as my recruitment goes right now,” Johnson said. “I am planning on taking it slow as of right now, but I’m aiming for the middle to end of my junior year.”
It’s a blessing to be offered by The University of Tennessee! @CoachTimBanks @CoachBreske @CoachORourke @luc_brian @RobertAyersJr @coachjoshheupel @Andrew_Ivins @RustyMansell_ @JeremyO_Johnson @Coach_JMizell pic.twitter.com/7OHf0UucFo
— Darrell “ Duke “Johnson. 4️⃣⭐️ (@DarrelljohnsonD) June 25, 2023
