# Tao Johnson Strengthens UCLA Defense | UCLA Bruins Football News

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Published: 2026-07-07T22:20:15+00:00
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UCLA just landed a defensive gem: Tao Johnson, a four-year Utah safety who’s evolved from special teams and even wide receiver into a lockdown safety. Last season, he led the Utes with 70 tackles, 4 pass deflections, 1 interception, and a fumble forced — numbers that would’ve ranked him 5th on UCLA’s defense and 3rd among DBs. In 2025, he added 51 tackles, 4 deflections, and 2 picks. With UCLA’s secondary already elite (8th fewest passing yards allowed in the Big Ten), Johnson’s arrival — and his EA Sports 27 rating — makes the Bruins’ defense even more terrifying. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7457cacf85f2469d

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