Early Years
At birth, Johnson weighed 15 pounds and 14 ounces, making him the largest baby ever born in the state of Louisiana. After the reports of his record birth, Bill Arnsparger, LSU’s Head Football Coach, offered baby Herman a football scholarship in anticipation of his future size.
Johnson attended Denton High School in Denton, Texas. As a senior he allegedly did not allow an entire sack the whole season. He played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in 2003.
Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Johnson was listed as the No. 3 offensive tackle prospect in the nation.
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