
veteran JMU safety with a nose for disruptive plays
Bruce Johnson II is a returning strong safety for James Madison and has been praised for playing hard, bringing a big heart, and helping drive the Dukes’ defensive success. In his JMU career, he’s shown versatility with experience at safety, wide receiver, and cornerback, which hints at real football IQ and adaptability. For a team fit, he looks like the kind of dependable, physical, scheme-flexible defender coaches trust on the back end—especially if you value effort, toughness, and a player who does the dirty work without needing the spotlight.