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Former Texas Longhorns Star Makes Surprising Transfer to UCLA

By Scores.wiki Staff · March 25, 2026 at 09:37 PM ET

Former Texas Longhorns defensive back, Jamier Johnson, has committed to playing for the UCLA Bruins after transferring from Indiana. Johnson, initially a highly ranked cornerback in his class, started his college career at Texas in 2021 but struggled to secure a starting position. He eventually moved to Indiana, where he excelled with a career-high 35 total tackles and his first interception in 2024.

Having battled injuries, Johnson's performance at Indiana boosted his standing, leading to his transfer to UCLA. With a strong desire to prove himself, Johnson aims to continue his success and contribute to the Bruins' roster. UCLA, coming off a 5-7 season, looks to leverage Johnson's skills as they enhance their team for upcoming competitions.