#32
RJ Johnson Jr.
Returning to Rutgers for 2026
Bear, Del. → Salesianum
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Greg Schiano
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Rutgers
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive line · Rutgers
Returning around him
- 1 Rutgers player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: +0 net (15 in / 15 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Rutgers · Last season: 5-7 · Talent rank #53 · 2026 recruiting class #36
Background
2025 (Freshman): Played in two games ... made collegiate debut against Norfolk State (9/13). Prior to Rutgers: Coached by Gene Delle Donne at Salesianum ... played along the defensive line during scholastic career ... helped the Sallies to an 11-2 record and a 3A DIAA championship appearance as a...
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