On3’s Pete Nakos claimed on Thursday that Western Kentucky Hilltoppers’ defensive back again Anthony Johnson Jr. had withdrawn from the transfer portal. He originally entered the portal on April 16.
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Johnson was the Defensive MVP of WKU’s win in excess of Outdated Dominion in the Famous Toastery Bowl this past December. He had 8 tackles and an interception in that match. Johnson was Pro Soccer Focus’ fourth-optimum graded cornerback in 2023 with a rating of 90.3.
A Miami native, Johnson spent two seasons at Division II West Florida in advance of signing up for the Hilltoppers prior to the 2023 year. At UWF, appeared in 21 video games, recording 69 tackles, 15 pass crack-ups, 5 interceptions, and two fumble recoveries. He was an All-CUSA Honorable Mention past period with 44 tackles with one TFL, four interceptions, a fumble restoration, and 5 move breakups. He also blocked a kick in WKU’s acquire about Louisiana Tech.
Johnson Jr. must have a single year of eligibility remaining.
