Patriots K DeShawn Johnson Commits to Houston Cougars
DeShawn Johnson, a Class of 2026 kicker for the Century Patriots, has committed to play for the University of Houston Cougars. Johnson, a three-star recruit, was a key contributor to the Patriots' special teams unit in 2025. He averaged 42 yards per punt and made 12 of 15 field goal attempts. Johnson cited the Cougars' high-powered offense and the opportunity to contribute immediately as key factors in his decision. The Cougars' coaching staff has expressed interest in utilizing Johnson's strong leg in their up-tempo scheme. Johnson also praised the university's academic program, which offers a strong business and engineering curriculum. He had previously committed to the University of North Dakota but decommitted in January 2026. Johnson is expected to enroll at Houston in the summer of 2027 and participate in fall camp.