NASHVILLE – Kevin Johnson is working on being the best version of himself – on and off the field.
The Titans, and Johnson, hope there will be a big payoff in Nashville.
"(I've learned) a lot of lessons over the course of my career," Johnson said during a video conference call on Wednesday. "You learn from all the lessons that you go through in life. I still think very highly of myself as a player, and I am looking to prove that this season."
The Titans signed Johnson, a versatile defensive back, last week.
A first-round pick (16th overall) of the Houston Texans in the 2015 NFL Draft, Johnson will compete for a spot in a new-look secondary in 2021. He's played with the Texans (2015-19), Bills (2019) and Browns (2020) during the course of his NFL career.
His plan to fit in in Nashville is clear-cut.
"Just going out there and earning respect from the players, your coaches, and just coming out there and playing ball," Johnson said. "Because at the end of the day that is what we're here to do. I want to play my best ball and earn the respect of my coaches and teammates and everybody with the organization.
"(The plan is to) come out there and play ball, making plays to the best of my ability, being consistent, staying durable, staying healthy, and just being an impact player for the team. I'm looking forward to the opportunity."
In his six-year NFL career, Johnson has played in 65 games, with 25 starts. He has recorded 188 tackles with an interception and 22 passes defensed, along with a forced fumble and two fumble recoveries.
Johnson (6-0, 185) worked primarily in the slot last season while playing in 13 games, with six starts, for the Browns. He recorded 34 tackles with three passes defense, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a half-sack.
Johnson said he's not sure where he's going to play with the Titans.
But he knows how he's going to play.
"I just think I am an all-around corner," he said. "I think I can cover, I can play inside, I can play outside, man-to-man coverage, zone coverage. I like to play physical. Basically I try to do it all, try to be an impact player, that's my style."
Johnson, who played under Mike Vrabel and Anthony Midget during his time with the Texans, said the familiarity with the coaches and the AFC South helped him make his decision to sign with Tennessee. Johnson totaled 128 tackles, 14 passes defensed and an interception in four seasons in Houston.
Johnson said he's looking forward to meeting his new teammates, including Janoris "Jackrabbit" Jenkins, who also signed a deal with the Titans last week.
Earlier this month, the Titans released cornerbacks Malcolm Butler and Adoree' Jackson to pave the way for the newcomers.
"Janoris Jenkins is a guy I have been watching a lot throughout my career," he said. "He is a very accomplished cornerback in this league, someone I am looking forward to getting to work with. I am excited to get to work and meet my new teammates. I am looking forward to helping the team the best way I can."
In the meantime, he's working on his game – and himself – while training in Scottsdale, Arizona.
He got off of social media recently.
"I am looking to cleanse my mind and I want to live more in the moment in my everyday life and focus on myself and what is important to me," Johnson said. "I am just looking to be the best man and person I can be in everyday life."
See the Best Photos from CB Kevin Johnson's six-year NFL Career with the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills, and Houston Texans. (AP Images)
Houston Texans defensive back Kevin Johnson (30) defends as Seahawks wide receiver Paul Richardson (10) runs a pass route during a regular season Week 8 NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday October 29, 2017 in Seattle. The Seahawks beat the Texans 41-38 (Matt Patterson via AP)
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs from Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) during the first half of an NFL divisional round football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson attempts to tackle New York Jets wide receiver Jamison Crowder (82) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in East Rutherford, NJ. (Michael Owens via AP)
Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) follows a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) in action against Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)
Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, in Cleveland. Baltimore won 47-42. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Marcus Johnson (83) catches a pass against Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) runs from Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) during the first half of an NFL divisional round football game, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) in coverage against the Tennessee Titans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen)
Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson lines up for a play against the Miami Dolphins in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson (29) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. Baltimore won 24-17. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019 file photo, Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson (29) defends a pass to New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson (11) during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Browns found their nickel back, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with free agent cornerback Kevin Johnson, Thursday, March 19, 2020.(AP Photo/David Dermer, File)
Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson (29) defends during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Houston. The Texans defeated the Bills in overtime, 22-19. (Ryan Kang via AP)
Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson (28) in coverage during an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, in Cleveland. Cleveland won 34-20. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP)
Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson (29) waits for a play, during the second half at an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson (36) defends during an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions, Friday, Aug. 23, 2019, in Detroit. The Bills defeated the Lions, 24-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)
New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman, left, runs a pass route as Buffalo Bills cornerback Kevin Johnson gives chase in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Houston Texans defensive back Kevin Johnson (30) pass defends against Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) during a regular season Week 11 NFL football game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Houston Texans, Sunday November 19, 2017 in Houston. The Texans beat the Cardinals 31-21 (Matt Patterson via AP)
Houston Texans defensive back Kevin Johnson (30) lines up before the snap during a regular season Week 15 NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday December 17, 2017 in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars beat the Texans 45-7 (Matt Patterson via AP)
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) is tackled by Houston Texans cornerback Kevin Johnson (30) during a NFL football game in Cincinnati on Thursday, September 14, 2017. The Texans defeated the Bengals 13-9. (Kirby Lee via AP Images)
