Johnny Lester
# Johnny Lester

Johnny Lester III (born February 6, 1988) is an American football wide receiver who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Minot State University.

## Early life

Lester attended Miami Southridge High School, in Miami, Florida, where he was a participant in both track and field and football.

## College career

Lester signed to play college football and run track at Minot State University. As a freshman in 2006, Lester was redshirted. As a four-year starter he collected 23 receiving, 12 special team, and 2 rushing touchdowns. He holds the conference record for kick return touchdowns in a single season, and school record for 100 meter dash. Lester became a four time All-Conference player, senior All-American, and won the conference Most Valuable Player Award during his time at Minot.

## Professional career

### Albany Panthers

In 2013, Lester began his professional career signing with the Albany Panthers of the Professional Indoor Football League.

### Georgia Fire

In 2014, Lester joined the Georgia Fire after the Panthers folded prior to the start of the season.

### New Orleans VooDoo

In April 2015, Lester signed with the New Orleans VooDoo of the Arena Football League. Lester hauled in 26 receptions as a rookie for the VooDoo. When the VooDoo ceased operations on August 9, 2015, Lester became a free agent.

