Johnathan Baldwin
Career Summary
Johnathan Baldwin is a defensive back from Houston, Texas, who played college football at UNLV.
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Early Life
Baldwin is from Houston, Texas.
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High School
Baldwin attended J. Frank Dobie High School in Houston, where he was a four-year letterwinner. He played free safety and running back, helping the Longhorns go 25-7 over his final three seasons; as a senior, he recorded 1,053 rushing yards, 220 receiving yards, and 18 total touchdowns while adding two interceptions on defense.
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College Career
Baldwin played at UNLV from 2021 through 2024. He earned his first letter in 2021, then developed into a starting safety. In 2023, he finished third on the team with 77 tackles despite missing three games, and in 2024 he recorded 68 tackles, nine tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, three interceptions, and 10 pass breakups.
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Path to the NFL
Baldwin arrived at UNLV as a three-star Texas recruit, first earned a letter in 2021, and became a two-year returning starter at safety before his senior season.
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Career Accomplishments
Baldwin earned second-team All-Mountain West recognition in 2024. He entered that season as UNLV's leading active tackler, was named Athlon preseason second-team All-Mountain West, and produced three interception returns during the year.
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Playing Style
UNLV listed Baldwin as a 6-foot-1, 200-pound defensive back. His 2024 totals showed impact near the line and in coverage, with nine tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, three interceptions, and 10 pass breakups.
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MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
MFT Score: 38.5
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