Taft’s Star Junior Tackle: Kalel Johnson

Kalel Johnson is a 4 Star recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at Taft High School. Johnson is ranked as the 202nd best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 20 Offensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Johnson is listed as the #5 recruit in the state of Ohio and is listed as the #1 Offensive Tackle in the state of Ohio. He holds offers from schools such as Ohio State, Kentucky and Louisville.

Who are some role models in your life?
My parents and the coaches in my life.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
NBA YoungBoy, Nino Paid, SZA—or sometimes I’ll read and do a word search book.

What are the strengths of your game?
My pass protection and my run game.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Keep working hard and stay grinding.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would go to Japan because I used to like anime as a little kid.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I fell in love with the game when I was 11 or 12.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I already met him—it was Paris Johnson.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
The last World Cup.