Bryant University

As a senior: Took on a bigger role in the Bulldog offense as one of the team's two main tight ends ... Appeared in 10 games, making five starts ... Finished with seven catches for 83 yards ... Hauled in two passes for 24 yards in season-opener vs. Marist (Sept. 1) ... Caught two passes for 41 yards, including a 39-yard reception, on Senior Day vs. Sacred Heart (Nov. 3).

As a junior: Appeared in two games for the Bulldogs in 2011.

Before Bryant: All-MIAA tight end in 2008, Johnson was selected to play in the Baltimore Touchdown Club (BTC) All Star game for football in 2008.... Won the IAC title in basketball in 2008 and won IAC championship in track in 2008... Earned three letters in football; 1 letter in basketball; 1 letter in track.

Personal: Born on December 12, 1990, Jimmie is the son of Jimmie Johnson Jr. and Trian Johnson-Sana... Jimmie Johnson Jr (Father) Played Tight End in the NFL for 10 years starting with the Washington Redskins (1989-91); Detroit Lions (1992-93); Kansas City Chiefs (1994-95); Philadelphia Eagles (1996-98). Running Backs Coach-South Carolina State University (2001). Offensive Coordinator-Shaw University (2002). Offensive Coordinator-Texas Southern (2004-05). Tight Ends Coach-Minnesota Vikings (2006-present)... Father was an All-MEAC Tight End at Howard... Younger brother Bradley currently plays football at Howard.