Schulenburg’s Johnson New County Athlete of the Week
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Byron Johnson is a big-play threat in the receiving corps for the Schulenburg Shorthorns.
Schulenburg senior Byron Johnson brings a whole lot to the field for the Shorthorns this year. He’s a playmaker at both wide receiver and defensive back.
“If we don’t have Byron, we don’t have the ability to stretch the field, get on the safeties’ toes, and expand our offense,” said Schulenburg head football coach Luke Hobbs.
“He’s our deep threat, he’s fast, and he has really reliable hands,” Hobbs said. “On the defensive side, we put him on everybody’s best wide receiver. We trust him. He can stick with people. And on special teams, he returns for us. So he has very sure hands. He’s everything you want in a wide receiver and a corner.”
Johnson’s versatility earns him the title of Fayette County Athlete of the Week.
What’s your favorite pass route to run and what do you like about it?
“My favorite pass route is the sluggo (slant and go). I like it because I’m always open.”
You and Aaron (Janecek, Shorthorn quarterback) seem to have some good chemistry See on the field. How have y’all developed that?
“Just extra work after practice. Just throwing and catching a bunch.”
What’s it mean to you as a senior heading into the playoffs with this team?
“I just want to have a long run.”
Who’s your favorite College or NFL receiver?
“Ryan Williams” (Alabama)
Who’s your funniest teammate and why?
“I’d say Austin (Toro). He’s got jokes for everything.”
What’s your favorite place to eat in town and what are you ordering?
“Whata(burger). I’m getting the Number 2. (Doublemeat Whataburger)”