Kavon Johnson Joins Lindsey Wilson Football

Offensive lineman looks to build on high school success at Kentucky college

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Kavon Johnson, an offensive lineman from Hopkinsville, Kentucky, has signed to play football at Lindsey Wilson University. Johnson discussed his decision to join the program, where his brother also attends, and the work he plans to put in to build on his high school success.

Why it matters

Lindsey Wilson University's football team is looking to continue improving, and the addition of Johnson, an experienced offensive lineman, could help bolster their line. Johnson's choice to stay in-state and join his brother at Lindsey Wilson demonstrates the appeal of the program.

The details

In high school, Johnson worked to get bigger and stronger while playing on the offensive line for Hopkinsville. Now, he is ready to take the next step in his football career by signing with Lindsey Wilson University, where his brother also attends.

  • On Wednesday, February 13, 2026, Kavon Johnson signed his letter of intent to play for Lindsey Wilson University.

The players

Kavon Johnson

An offensive lineman from Hopkinsville, Kentucky who has signed to play football at Lindsey Wilson University.

Lindsey Wilson University

A private university in Columbia, Kentucky that fields a football team in the Mid-South Conference.

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What they’re saying

“Kavon Johnson worked to get bigger and stronger in his time on the Hopkinsville offensive line, but knows there is still work to do after signing with Lindsey Wilson University on Wednesday.”

— Kavon Johnson (yoursportsedge.com)

What’s next

Johnson will join the Lindsey Wilson football team this fall and begin preparing for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

Kavon Johnson's decision to sign with Lindsey Wilson University demonstrates the appeal of the program and the opportunity for players to continue developing their skills at the collegiate level, even if they are staying close to home.