It would seem a great spot for Johnson to test his broadcasting chops. Johnson is rarely shy about sharing his opinion, and he has a skill, developed over 40 years of coaching, for digesting and explaining plays and the game. His cutting sense of humor also would fit the program.

After announcing his decision to step down from coaching, Johnson mentioned that he had received opportunities, saying that television was a possibility. It was suggested to him at a pre-bowl news conference that he could be the next Roddy Jones, referring to the former Tech captain who is a sideline reporter for ESPN.