Josh Johnson spoke to the media after his first practice as the Redskins newest starting QB. He spoke about his resiliency, and getting another chance to play in the NFL. He is still confident in his ability to be a starting QB in the league. He spoke about studying the game, and preparing for the Jaguars this week.
WATCH LIVE: QB Josh Johnson speak to the media following practice Wednesday. https://t.co/a2g5AkM38c
— Washington Redskins (@Redskins) December 12, 2018
Resiliency:
Josh Johnson says he’s setting an example of resiliency and wants young kids to see that
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 12, 2018
I was even further impressed with Josh Johnson today during his presser. He really has a good story of perseverance for a lot of people who are trying to overcome the odds. #Redskins pic.twitter.com/rZqyWveRfN
— Lake Lewis Jr (@LakeLewis) December 12, 2018
Starting:
“There ain’t anything to complain about; this is like going to Disneyland every day for me, for real.” — Josh Johnson on going from his couch in Oakland to the NFL as a starter in about a week. #Redskins pic.twitter.com/Htgp3iGNVJ
— Tarik El-Bashir (@Tarik_ElBashir) December 12, 2018
Keeping track:
QB Josh Johnson said he has always kept an updated manual on coaches and changes to the game. He said his journey has put him in so many different positions that play concepts are the same. #Redskins
— Lake Lewis Jr (@LakeLewis) December 12, 2018
Johnson said Jon Gruden taught him to keep a Manuel on coaches in the league and to keep a Manuel on how the game changes. #Redskins
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) December 12, 2018
Confidence:
Josh Johnson: “I’ve always had confidence in myself. It’s a matter of going out and playing my game.” #Redskins pic.twitter.com/X6GQTmmZFU
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) December 12, 2018
Coaches figuring him out:
Great line from Josh Johnson talking about Jay Gruden - Enough coaches have tried to figure me out, I’m glad to have one figure me in
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 12, 2018
Jacksonville Jaguars:
Johnson says he’s really excited to face the Jags defense because they’re so good. He’s been a backup for so long that he’s embracing the challenge.
— Craig Hoffman (@CraigHoffman) December 12, 2018