IFL Massachusetts Pirates

Pirates Sign DB Greg Johnson

July 19, 2022 - Indoor Football League (IFL)
Massachusetts Pirates News Release


WORCESTER, MA - The Massachusetts Pirates have signed former University of Southern California defensive back Greg Johnson. Johnson joins the team as it prepares for a first round Indoor Football League playoff game this Friday night at 7:05 at Phoenix Field and the DCU Center against the Quad City Steamwheelers. The Pirates (11-5) are the second seed in the Eastern Conference while Quad City (9-7) is the third seed. Johnson signs his first professional contract with the reigning champions of the IFL.

The 5'11", 195 lb. DB, who calls Los Angeles home, played parts of five seasons with the Trojans. Johnson appeared in 39 games with 25 starts. In his career he had 98 tackles including 6.5 for a loss and one sack. Johnson had three interceptions with one going for a touchdown. He deflected nine passes, recovered two fumbles and forced two more.

Johnson played in four games as a true freshman in 2017, but injured his shoulder and was given a medical redshirt. His best season statistically was in 2019 as a redshirt sophomore when he appeared in 11 games, made 35 tackles (four for a loss) and added one sack. He recorded two interceptions along with two fumble recoveries while forcing one.

Johnson's lone touchdown was a 37-yard "Pick-Six" in 2021 against San Jose State. Three times he recorded six tackles in a game for The Men of Troy, which was his career high.

A communications major, Johnson went undrafted in this year's National Football League Draft.

The 2021 United Bowl Champions; Massachusetts Pirates are members of the Indoor Football League (IFL). The Pirates play all home games at Phoenix Field at the DCU Center located at 50 Foster St. Worcester, MA, 01608. For more information on the Massachusetts Pirates please call (508)452-MASS (6277), email contact@masspiratesfootball.com or visit http://www.masspiratesfootball.com. For 2022 season, half-season, luxury, or group ticket packages please call 508-452-MASS (6277) or visit www.masspiratesfootball.com/tickets. Follow the Pirates on Facebook via Facebook.com/MAPirates, Instagram @mass.pirates, and Twitter @mass_pirates.



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