August Johanningsmeier holds the LDT · Backup spot in Western Michigan Broncos’s defensive tackle room. Where he sits among the room’s front-line roles:

August Johanningsmeier is a redshirt senior defensive end for Western Michigan, standing 6'4" and weighing 280 pounds. The Howell, Michigan native played running back in high school, where he recorded 1,500 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns as a senior while earning All-State and All-County honors. He redshirted in 2022 and did not see game action in 2023. In 2025, Johanningsmeier appeared in games with 3 total tackles and 1 solo tackle. He majors in education.

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