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per Chip:
The allure of the NFL, and the money, were tempting. Tyler Johnson said he “absolutely” gave serious thought to leaving school early for the NFL draft after his record-breaking junior season.
Ultimately, the Gophers’ star receiver decided to stay after consulting with his parents and coaches. Being able to graduate heavily influenced his deliberations.
“The degree is something that’s very important,” he said.
Underclassmen had until Monday to declare for the draft. There was some uncertainty about whether or not Johnson would skip his senior season until he posted a picture of himself on Twitter with the caption “Last ride.”
He didn’t sound conflicted in explaining his decision during a quiet moment at the team’s complex Wednesday.
“I know that we’ve got something special going on here,” he said. “I’m very excited for what the team has to bring next season. I’m excited to get back to work.”
Earning his degree, he said, was a main driving force behind his return. He’s on track to graduate after the fall semester with a degree in business and marketing education. Johnson, a graduate of Minneapolis North, said he hopes his degree sets an example for his four younger siblings and kids in north Minneapolis.
“It will help them to understand and realize that getting a degree is very important,” he said. “It means a lot to me knowing I’ve got a big impact on a lot of people.”
http://www.startribune.com/tyler-jo...senior-season-goes-beyond-football/504455432/
Go Gophers!!
The allure of the NFL, and the money, were tempting. Tyler Johnson said he “absolutely” gave serious thought to leaving school early for the NFL draft after his record-breaking junior season.
Ultimately, the Gophers’ star receiver decided to stay after consulting with his parents and coaches. Being able to graduate heavily influenced his deliberations.
“The degree is something that’s very important,” he said.
Underclassmen had until Monday to declare for the draft. There was some uncertainty about whether or not Johnson would skip his senior season until he posted a picture of himself on Twitter with the caption “Last ride.”
He didn’t sound conflicted in explaining his decision during a quiet moment at the team’s complex Wednesday.
“I know that we’ve got something special going on here,” he said. “I’m very excited for what the team has to bring next season. I’m excited to get back to work.”
Earning his degree, he said, was a main driving force behind his return. He’s on track to graduate after the fall semester with a degree in business and marketing education. Johnson, a graduate of Minneapolis North, said he hopes his degree sets an example for his four younger siblings and kids in north Minneapolis.
“It will help them to understand and realize that getting a degree is very important,” he said. “It means a lot to me knowing I’ve got a big impact on a lot of people.”
http://www.startribune.com/tyler-jo...senior-season-goes-beyond-football/504455432/
Go Gophers!!