The Wildcast (Bonus): Arizona DT PJ Johnson's children his 'driving force' to enter NFL Draft

Justin Spears
Jan 9, 2019
Jan 9, 2019 Updated Jul 16, 2019

Arizona Wildcats defensive tackle PJ Johnson declared for the NFL Draft on Wednesday afternoon. Johnson joined The Wildcaster's Justin Spears on ESPN Tucson 104.9 FM to explain why he declared for the draft and what the next steps will be during the process to become an NFL-caliber player. Johnson, a juco transfer, looks back on his time in Tucson as a Wildcat. Join Spears on ESPN Tucson (104.9 FM, 1490 AM) weekdays from 3-6 p.m.

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