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Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Florida Gators cornerback sees charges dropped
Florida defensive back Dijon Johnson saw all charges related to a May 2 traffic stop dropped against him, according to The Independent Florida Alligator, which confirmed the story with the State Attorney's Office. Johnson was arrested after being pulled over for running a stop sign. He faced felony charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Officers also tacked on a misdemeanor resisting an officer without violence charge after Johnson failed to exit the vehicle as commanded. "We have worked closely with prosecutors on this for the past few months and are pleased with their diligence and professionalism," Johnson's attorney, Tim Taylor, said. "Dijon and his family are happy to have this matter behind them. Dijon is focused on his academic and football commitments and is excited for the start of the football season." It's a timely decision for both Florida and Johnson with spring training camp starting on Wednesday. With the cloud hanging over his head now gone, Johnson can go into the preseason with a clear mind. He's expected to be a major contributor in Florida's secondary after stepping into a starting role in the second half of last season. Johnson made his first start against Georgia on Nov. 2, and he was a starter for the big four-game run Florida put together to finish off the 2024 campaign. Pro Football Focus gave him a 67.4 overall defense score last season, ranking fifth among Florida's secondary. Johnson's 550 snaps played were the most of any cornerback on the roster last year. He recorded 25 tackles (16 solo), one tackle for a loss and two pass break-ups. As a freshman, he played in all 12 games but primarily in a special teams role. He finished 2023 with two tackles and one fumble recovery. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions. This article originally appeared on Gators Wire: Florida football CB Dijon Johnson charges by dropped State Attorney
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Florida Gators cornerback sees charges dropped
Florida defensive back Dijon Johnson saw all charges related to a May 2 traffic stop dropped against him, according to The Independent Florida Alligator, which confirmed the story with the State Attorney's Office. Johnson was arrested after being pulled over for running a stop sign. He faced felony charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Officers also tacked on a misdemeanor resisting an officer without violence charge after Johnson failed to exit the vehicle as commanded. "We have worked closely with prosecutors on this for the past few months and are pleased with their diligence and professionalism," Johnson's attorney, Tim Taylor, said. "Dijon and his family are happy to have this matter behind them. Dijon is focused on his academic and football commitments and is excited for the start of the football season." It's a timely decision for both Florida and Johnson with spring training camp starting on Wednesday. With the cloud hanging over his head now gone, Johnson can go into the preseason with a clear mind. He's expected to be a major contributor in Florida's secondary after stepping into a starting role in the second half of last season. Johnson made his first start against Georgia on Nov. 2, and he was a starter for the big four-game run Florida put together to finish off the 2024 campaign. Pro Football Focus gave him a 67.4 overall defense score last season, ranking fifth among Florida's secondary. Johnson's 550 snaps played were the most of any cornerback on the roster last year. He recorded 25 tackles (16 solo), one tackle for a loss and two pass break-ups. As a freshman, he played in all 12 games but primarily in a special teams role. He finished 2023 with two tackles and one fumble recovery. Follow us @GatorsWire on X, formerly known as Twitter, as well as Bluesky, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Florida Gators news, notes and opinions.
