Will Johnson brings veteran size, hybrid athleticism — but entered the portal in January 2026
A 6-foot-2, 231-pound linebacker who played all 12 games in 2025 mostly on special teams, Will Johnson is valued more for versatility and physicality than box-score fireworks; Virginia Tech listed him with three tackles that season. He’s a former hybrid-style defender whose frame and speed have long been viewed as a fit for a whip/multi-role linebacker spot, but his January 2026 transfer-portal entry means the Hokies’ current plan for him is unsettled. If you want a tough, experienced depth piece with special-teams utility, he fits; if you need a proven every-down playmaker, the production hasn’t caught up yet.
