Gardner-Webb defensive end Brian Johnston took the time to sit down and answer some questions with FFLiveWire's Luke Nicholson about overcoming adversity, his NFL aspirations, and his college career.Luke Nicholson: Who is your biggest role model? Why?
Brian Johnston: Both of my parents are my biggest role models because they constantly inspire me to be the best I can be.
Luke Nicholson: What is your greatest football moment to date?
Brian Johnston: Beating a highly ranked team in overtime my freshman year and being named defensive player of the week.
Luke Nicholson: Is there a situation in your past where you overcame adversity? How did you do it and how has it made you a better person?
Brian Johnston: I have been overcoming adversity my whole life because I grew up with nothing, been living paycheck to paycheck and have been working so hard for the chance to be able to help my family financially while doing something I love.
Luke Nicholson: What sports did you participate in during high school and how have they helped you to become a better player on the football field?
Brian Johnston: I threw the shot and discus in high school and that helped me a lot with my balance and strength.
Luke Nicholson: What did you gain from your experience at the Hula Bowl?
Brian Johnston: The reassurance to myself that I could dominate against D1-A athletes, and I met some real interesting people.
Luke Nicholson: You have played both defensive end and outside linebacker at Gardner-Webb. How has this versatility helped you as a player?
Brian Johnston: This helped me in my coverage skills and also helped me with me speed and quickness.
Luke Nicholson: Who is the best player you have faced during your career?
Brian Johnston: Jerome Mathis (Hampton)
Luke Nicholson: If you could have any super power, what would you choose? Why?
Brian Johnston: The ability to turn hate into love.
Luke Nicholson: What one thing do you have to work on the most to excel at the NFL level?
Brian Johnston: Adjusting to the speed of the game.
Luke Nicholson: What current NFL player does your game most resemble?
Brian Johnston: Patrick Kerney because he can beat you with speed or power.
Luke Nicholson: What are you doing to prepare for your Pro Day?
Brian Johnston: Training twice a day, 4 times a week with one of the best trainers in the country (Todd Durkin).
Luke Nicholson: Which teams have expressed interest in you at this point?
Brian Johnston: Mostly all the teams that run a 3-4 scheme and some of the teams that run a 4-3 scheme.
Luke Nicholson: Is there a specific team you hope to play for?
Brian Johnston: I’m a hometown boy so I’d love to play for the Chargers.
Luke Nicholson: Are you a cat or a dog? Why?
Brian Johnston: A dog because I’m allergic to cats.
Luke Nicholson: Outside of football, what are some of your hobbies?
Brian Johnston: Playing pool, bowling, fishing, playing video games, and hanging out with the family and friends.
Luke Nicholson: Why should a NFL team select you over other defensive ends in this draft?
Brian Johnston: Because I am just as good at the run as I am at the pass and my motor never stops. I don’t have a big school pushing my name out there; it’s just me and my god given abilities
Luke Nicholson: What are your plans for your career after football?
Brian Johnston: I want to coach high school football so I can mentor these young kids in the most influential part of their lives.
Luke Nicholson: If you could sack any NFL quarterback, who would you choose? Why?
Brian Johnston: Eli Manning because he didn’t want to come to San Diego.
Luke Nicholson: Finish the following sentence: Brian Johnston is tougher than…
Brian Johnston: any defensive end coming out this year!
Luke Nicholson: Thank you for your time, Brian. The staff at FFLiveWire wishes you the best of luck in all of your NFL endeavors.
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