Fun Q&A with Airline Louisiana FS Xavier Johnson

Written by Charlie Beuttel

Sometimes good leadership is hard to come by for a football team. However that is not the case for the Airline Vikings in Bossier City, Louisiana. The Vikings have a core group of seniors that lead this team going into the 2015 season.

One of the leaders of not only the defense but the team is free safety Xavier Johnson. The 6’1”, 173 pound, safety used his tremendous speed to accumulate 56 tackles, grab two interceptions, and block two field goals last year.

The Class of 2016 recruit already has caught the eye of Louisiana-Lafayette and Louisiana Tech. However more and more college programs will begin take notice of this star as the 2015 high school football season unfolds.

Last week I sat down with Xavier to talk about his recruiting process and his career at Airline. I also asked him some “get to know you” questions to find out what he is like off the football field.

Xavier, what is your favorite movie?

“Remember the Titans.”

Who is your favorite actor?

“Kevin Hart. He’s a very funny guy.”

What is your favorite TV Show?

“Anything on ESPN.”

What is your favorite food?

“Pizza.”

What is your favorite kind of pizza?

“Sausage.”

What is your favorite subject in school?

“English.”

Do you have any hobbies outside of school and football?

“I exercise a lot and bond with friends and family.”

Do you have any pregame rituals?

“I eat pizza on the day of any game.”

What is your favorite holiday?

“Thanksgiving, because family can bond and eat together.”

What is your favorite professional sports team?

“The New Orleans Saints.”

Who is your favorite Saints player?

“Drew Brees.”

Who is your favorite superhero and why?

“Superman because he is powerful and strong.”

Photo credit: Russell Hedges of the Bossier Press Tribune