University of Pittsburgh Athletics
2026 Football Roster
Jersey Number 48
Desmond Johnson
- Position:
- LB
- Class:
- Freshman
- Height:
- 6-1
- Weight:
- 195
- Hometown:
- Miami, FL
- High School:
- Miami Northwestern Senior
Enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh in January 2026 following his early graduation from Miami Northwestern Senior.
HIGH SCHOOL: Brings versatility and playmaking ability, recording 83 tackles, seven sacks, three interceptions and two forced fumbles in 10…helped his school to a 12-2 season and Miami Northwestern Senior High’s Florida 3A championship as a junior…played briefly under coach Teddy Bridgewater, a current Tampa Bay Buccaneer.
Media Availability | Spring Practice #5
Thursday, March 19
Coach Barnett Mic'd Up | Pitt LiveWire presented by UPMC
Wednesday, March 18
Media Availability | Spring Practice #4
Tuesday, March 17
Pitt Football | Cruce Brookins 2025 Highlights
Saturday, March 14
