Former Melrose star Johnathon Johnson poised to make most of NFL opportunity
Missouri wide receiver Johnathon Johnson runs the ball during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina Sept. 21, 2019, in Columbia, Mo. The former Melrose star has signed with the Washington Redskins. (L.G. Patterson/AP file)
After a frustrating senior season at Missouri, Johnathon Johnson will look to make his mark in Washington when NFL training camps open.
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John Varlas
John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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