2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jyrin Johnson, TE, Bowling Green State University

• Name:  Jyrin Johnson
• Position: TE
• College: Bowling Green State
• Height: 6’4
• Weight: 235
• Twitter: cantguardjahh12
• Instagram: cantguardjahh7

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft? 

What makes me a top 2026 NFL Draft tight end prospect because of my rare blend of size, athleticism, versatility, and competitive mindset. I bring a modern tight end skill set…. one that allows me to create mismatches at every level of the field.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

I’m not accustomed to anything being handed to me, I’ve always had to earn every thing that I wanted in my career. I love a challenge and I’m willing to do anything necessary to be successful. 

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be? 

I would donate to a Homeless person fund.. or something in that category. I come from Houston, Texas seeing less fortunate people being homeless in every weather condition doesn’t sit well with me.

Who was your role model? 

My Dad.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

New Orleans Saints

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

Henry Reifschenider

What is your biggest pet peeve? 

People not doing what they say that they’re going to do.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Mrs. Jamie Fontonet

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome? 

Recovering from my ACL injury in 2022 was the hardest moment I’d have to overcome, but it taught me self discipline and to never give up.

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be? 

Pappadeaux’s 

What is your favorite snack food? 

LifeSaver collision gummies 

What is your degree in? 

Sports Management Business 

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why? 

My Uncle Drexel that passed away, just so i can tell him how much I Love him, and how much i appreciate him. Kobe Bryant, so I can have a conversation with him about what led his drive, or basically what was the clicking moment in his career that made him realize he had to separate himself from others. Lastly, My High School Darnell Lee because without him, I wouldn’t be where I’m at today!

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is that I can be overly critical of myself. I hold myself to such a high standard that I sometimes replay mistakes too long. I’ve worked on resetting quicker and moving on to the next play. It’s made me a more consistent player and better teammate