Montreal – After helping the Ottawa REDBLACKS reach the Grey Cup game in 2015, defensive back, Jovon Johnson, became a free agent at the end of the season. After receiving numerous offers from other CFL teams during the off-season, Johnson decided to sign with the Alouettes.
Several reasons influenced Johnson’s decision: “I decided to sign with the Alouettes because Montreal is a beautiful city and Jim Popp is an excellent coach. Plus, Noel Thorpe, the Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach, wanted me to be part of the team,” declared Johnson.
Upon signing with his new team, Johnson went straight back to work. From the get go, he focused on his speed during his training. “I am also focused on my diet and on my physical strength” confirmed Jovon.
As a player, Johnson follows and applies everything he studies during the video sessions, when he plays on the field. “I am able to anticipate the tactics that the offensive line attempts to do on the field,” declared Johnson. Also, he loves to be a strong leader for the younger players on the team. “I want to be the best player on the field, but I also want to be the best mentor in order to bring them towards our common goal, which is winning games.” added the veteran.
“I want to be the best player on the field, but I also want to be the best mentor in order to bring them towards our common goal, which is winning games.”
During his stay in Ottawa, the players that made it most difficult for him from the Alouettes, were S.J. Green, Duron Carter and Samuel Giguère. “When you play against these players, you know that they will give it their all on the field. They play with a lot of confidence and they are very difficult to face,” said Johnson.
Also, he confirms that there is a certain rivalry between the Alouettes and the REDBLACKS. “Every game is a fierce confrontation between us because the cities are close in proximity. I am very excited to be on the Alouettes’ side for these games!”
“I am already excited for this game and to give it my all for my new teammates”
For the home opener, which will take place on June 30 against the REDBLACKS, Johnson will face his former team for the first time. Facing Ottawa for the home opener will reinforce my confidence on the field. I am already excited for this game and to give it my all for my new teammates,” confirmed Johnson.
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