Running back Dillon Johnson is reportedly expected to participate in the College Football National Championship in
Houston next Monday, which is a huge injury boost for the Washington Huskies.
How Was Dillon Johnson’s Injury Caused?
In the last minute of the Sugar Bowl game against the Texas Longhorns, Johnson sustained an injury. After their
victory, there were several questions regarding his eligibility for the National Championship, particularly because the
young back had to be wheeled off to the locker room.
Johnson was seen writhing in agony in the moments following his accident, and trainers had to assist him in getting
to his feet. These were not good scenes.
Not helping either was Washington Huskies head coach Kalen DeBoer’s update following the game, which revealed
that Johnson’s foot injury sustained at the conclusion of the regular season was the cause.
I believe that has something to do with what he has been going through the past few months. DeBoer clarified, via
On3, “Obviously he was down and in some pain, but he’s been in pain the last couple of months.” He’s a really tough
man. He has shown incredible strength and never gives up. The injury actually occurred two or three weeks
remaining in the season.
Dillon
For a Washington Huskies team that has been depending too heavily on its passing game to win, Dillon Johnson’s
loss would be disastrous.
Johnson really had 21 carries for 49 yards and two scores in their 37-31 victory over the Texas Longhorns on
Monday. He had a significant role in the Huskies’ ability to control the game all evening. Therefore, the Washington
attack would be completely destroyed if he was sidelined against the Michigan Wolverines in the College Football
Playoff National Championship.
Thankfully, Johnson won’t have to miss the game, based on the most recent information. Ryan Grubb, the offensive
coordinator for Washington, stated on Tuesday on a radio program that they “do expect him to play” when they
travel to Houston for the
According to Mike Vorel of the Seattle Times, Grubb said, “X-rays that were taken at the Superdome were negative.”
That is undoubtedly a good thing for the Huskies. They need every weapon they can muster for the match because
they are the underdogs versus the Wolverines going into it.
Michael Penix Jr. is a real threat to any squad, but he is not invincible on his own. Johnson’s presence should allow
Washington to play a more potent offense that will put more pressure on Michigan’s top-ranked defense.
When Johnson comes onto the NRG Stadium, hopefully, he’ll be at full strength.
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