Anthony Johnson may speak softly for a 300-pound defensive tackle, but that’s hardly the most surprising aspect of his voice.
When Johnson belted out a verse of “Amazing Grace” during LSU Media Day, he captured the attention of the small horde of reporters surrounding the true freshman. His gospel prowess has given him a reputation among his coaches and teammates, which landed him in a sing-off with sophomore offensive tackle Chris Davenport during a team meeting.
“We’re two mean, big guys, and they don’t expect voices like that to come from us a lot,” Johnson said. “It’s crazy. We just like to have fun, and we’re thankful for that gift that the Lord has given
Football: Freshman defensive tackle Johnson expects to see significant playing time
By Hunter Paniagua
Sports Writer
Sports Writer
August 22, 2011