Jakob Johnson kicks off training camp with Las Vegas
Former Vol Jakob Johnson is taking part in training camp with Las Vegas.
Las Vegas practiced Tuesday in Hendersonville, Nevada. New head coach Josh McDaniels comes to the Raiders from New England, where he served as offensive coordinator.
Johnson and McDaniels joined Las Vegas at the same time.
In three seasons with the Patriots as a fullback, Johnson recorded 13 receptions, 83 yards and one touchdown, The Stuttgart, Germany native played for New England from 2019-2021 after entering the NFL in the International Player Pathway Program.
He was signed by the Patriots as an undrafted free agent April 6, 2019 after playing professionally in Germany for the Stuttgart Scorpions.
Johnson played tight end and linebacker for the Vols from 2014-17.
Las Vegas will play in the Hall of Fame game against Jacksonville Aug. 4. Kickoff is slated for 8 p.m. EDT and the game will be televised by NBC.
