This off-season, the tireless search for Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko in the transfer portal has been a focal point. Your objective? is to land an experienced wide receiver, a move that could significantly bolster the depth chart for the 2024 season
Despite their best efforts and multiple attempts, players like KeAndre Lambert-Smith and Sam Brown have opted for different fates.
However, former Auburn wide receiver Ja’Varrius Johnson was still on the market, and the Aggies became interested after arranging a visit in early May. Well, as we all know, things can change in an instant. Last week’s news that former Iowa W.R. Jacob Bostick The transfer to Texas A&M impacted both sides, as it was reported that Johnson would no longer visit the Aggies moving forward.
On Tuesday it was revealed that Johnson will now transfer to UCF, joining former Arkansas quarterback KJ Jefferson in an offense primed to consistently put a lot of points on the board in 2024.
BREAKING: Former Auburn WR Ja’Varrius Johnson has Committed to UCF, he tells @on3sports
The 5’10 175 WR totaled 64 receptions for 1,114 Yards & 8 TDs in his 3 years at Auburn
Will have 1 year of eligibility remaining https://t.co/GrAgoH5ojJ pic.twitter.com/cxuQ0NtlDx
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) May 14, 2024
During his career with the Tigers, Johnson recorded 64 receptions, 1,114 yards and three touchdowns. He possessed the speed and route-running ability to make any quarterback’s life a little easier.
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