Coaching Rumor Rocks Oakland Patriots: Defensive Coordinator Linked to Rival Blackman Blaze
Oakland Patriots defensive coordinator, James Johnson, has been linked to the Blackman Blaze coaching staff, sources close to the situation confirm. Johnson, who has been with the Patriots since 2019, has helped the team amass a 34-12 record over the past three seasons, including a 2023 Class 6A quarterfinal appearance. If Johnson were to depart, the Patriots would lose a key recruiter, having brought in several top prospects from Rutherford County during his tenure. The Blackman Blaze, a perennial 6A power, has been searching for a defensive coordinator to solidify their secondary. Johnson's departure would be a significant blow to the Patriots' chances in the highly competitive Region 6-6A.
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