BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State senior Victor Johnson has been named to the preseason watch list for the Outland Trophy, which is given annually to the top lineman in college football.
Johnson started at left tackle in each of the previous three seasons and made the All-Sun Belt Conference first team each of the last two years. Named the league's best pass blocker by Lindy's, he's the most experienced member on an offensive line that has ranked in the top 25 nationally in both rushing yards per game and fewest sacks allowed for the last five years.