- Jakob Johnson
- #43
- Team HOU
- Pos RB
- Status AActive
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Back with Texans on practice squad
Johnson signed with Houston's practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: Johnson had been on Houston's active roster prior to being waived Monday. After going unclaimed on waivers, the fullback is back in the organization. The Texans could opt to elevate Johnson on game days, leaving his role functionally the same as it was when he was on the active roster.
Published: Wed, Dec 10 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Houston
The Texans waived Johnson on Monday.
Analysis: Johnson has been let go by the Texans despite being the lone fullback on the roster. He should garner interest from teams in need of blocking out of the backfield, though he could opt to remain in Houston as a member of the team's practice squad if he clears waivers.
Published: Mon, Dec 8 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Week 11
Johnson (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Titans.
Analysis: Johnson is active and ready to suit up for his first game since Week 3 against the Jaguars, where he suffered a hamstring injury that placed him on injured reserve. The starting fullback's presence should improve the Texans' special teams unit as well as provide an extra blocker out of the backfield for a rushing attack comprising Nick Chubb and Woody Marks. The addition should be especially potent against the divisional rival Titans, who rank 24th in rush yards allowed with 1,272 on the season.
Published: Sun, Nov 16 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Activated from IR
The Texans activated Johnson (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: Johnson is still listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC South tilt against the Titans, but his activation from injured reserve primes him to return from a six-game absence due to a hamstring injury. The seventh-year fullback gives the Texans an extra blocker out of the backfield for the running back duo of Nick Chubb and Woody Marks, as well as a contributor for special teams.
Published: Sat, Nov 15 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Sunday
Johnson (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans,
Analysis: Johnson was a full participant in practice all week and appears ready to play if the team decides to activate him off injured reserve for Sunday's game. The fullback has been on IR since Week 3 due to a hamstring injury, and his return could greatly contribute to the team's rushing attack.
Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Not ready to return
Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Johnson was a full participant in practice all week, but he's not quite ready to return from injured reserve. Given his ability to ramp up his practice participation, the seventh-year pro should be activated from IR ahead of the Texans' Week 11 clash against the Titans on Sunday, Nov. 16.
Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return for Week 9
Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Johnson landed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury after Week 3 and returned to practice Wednesday. He turned in full practice sessions Thursday and Friday but will wait until at least Week 10 to be activated.
Published: Sat, Nov 1 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable ahead of Week 9
Johnson (hamstring) was a full participant at Friday's practice and is listed as questionable leading up to Week 9 against Denver.
Analysis: Johnson, who was designated to return from the injured list earlier in the week, logged full practices Thursday and Friday. The fullback was considered as one option to fill in for tight end Dalton Schultz (knee, shoulder), but that doesn't appear to be needed as Schultz logged a full practice Friday and is likely to play Sunday. Johnson has appeared in three games but does not have a carry over 40 snaps on offense. He's also a component on special teams, where he has one tackle and one blocked…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 1 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Designated to return from IR
The Texans designated Johnson (hamstring) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Sam Warren of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Johnson has been on IR for the four-game minimum due to a hamstring injury he sustained in late September. He was a limited participant in Wednesday's session, and he would likely have to log full practices before being activated off IR ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on IR
The Texans placed Johnson (hamstring) on the injured reserve list Friday.
Analysis: Johnson will be forced to miss at least the Texans' next four games due to an apparent hamstring injury. The Tennessee product appeared in each of Houston's first three games this season, playing 76 total snaps (40 on offense, 36 on special teams) while failing to record an offensive stat.
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Signed to active roster
The Texans signed Johnson to the active roster from their practice squad Saturday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: Johnson had been elevated for the first two games of the season and will join the team's active roster. The 30-year-old has seen playing time on both offense and special teams across the team's first two games. While he hasn't recorded any offensive stats, he did manage to block a punt during last week's loss versus Tampa Bay.
Published: Sat, Sep 20 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Reverts to practice squad
Johnson reverted to the Texans' practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Johnson saw an extensive offensive role in the Texans' loss to the Bucs, seeing action on 20 of 49 offensive snaps while playing another 10 snaps on special teams. Johnson recorded a blocked punt in the contest.
Published: Tue, Sep 16 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated for Monday night
Johnson was elevated from the Texans' practice squad to the active roster Monday.
Analysis: Johnson has been elevated for the second consecutive week after playing 15 total snaps (seven on offense, eight on special teams) in Houston's Week 1 loss to the Rams, where he failed to record a stat. He's now expected to contribute both offensively and on special teams in Monday night's matchup against the Buccaneers.
Published: Mon, Sep 15 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Johnson reverted to the Texans' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Johnson played 15 snaps (seven on offense, eight on special teams) without otherwise showing up on the box score. The seventh-year fullback could be elevated for Week 2 against Tampa Bay if Houston requires additional blocking out of the backfield and another body for special teams.
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated from practice squad
The Texans elevated Johnson from the practice squad Saturday.
Analysis: If active Sunday, Johnson will handle some lead-blocking and special-teams duties for the Texans against the Rams.
Published: Sat, Sep 6 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with HOU on practice squad
The Texans signed Johnson to their practice squad Thursday.
Analysis: Though he wasn't able to make Houston's initial 53-man roster, Johnson will remain in the organization as a member of the practice squad. Any opportunities he gets to be a part of the gameday roster in 2025 will likely be for his work as a blocker -- Johnson has never gotten a carry over 67 career regular-season NFL games and has tallied just 19 receptions over that span.
Published: Thu, Aug 28 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Dumped by Houston
The Texans released Johnson on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Analysis: After appearing in three regular-season games for the Giants last season, Johnson signed a one-year deal with the Texans in March. He won't make the team out of camp, and the 30-year-old fullback will try to find an offense that utilizes the position.
Published: Tue, Aug 26 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Headed to Houston
Johnson signed a one-year deal with the Texans on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 30-year-old fullback from Tennessee is joining the Texans after spending his 2024 campaign with the Jets and Giants. Johnson appeared in just three games last season (all for the Giants), recording no offensive stats across 12 snaps. However, he contributed on special teams, playing 39 snaps and tallying one tackle. Now in Houston, Johnson is likely to compete for another special-teams role during the summer.
Published: Mon, Mar 17 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut from practice squad
New York released Johnson from their practice squad Tuesday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The veteran fullback has been bouncing on and off the team's practice squad seemingly all season. He's appeared in three games for Big Blue so far, seeing 12 snaps on offense and 39 on special teams.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Sticking with Big Blue
The Giants signed Johnson to the practice squad Saturday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson was cut from the Giants' practice squad Wednesday, but he was re-signed and will stick around in New York. He started the regular season on the active roster and played in Weeks 2 through 4, during which he played 51 snaps (12 on offense, 39 on special teams) without recording a stat.
Published: Sat, Nov 2 at 2:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Big Blue
The Giants cut Johnson from the practice squad Wednesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Johnson last appeared for the Giants in Week 4 against the Cowboys, during which he played 15 snaps (seven on offense, eight on special teams) and did not record a stat. The veteran fullback will look to join a team in need of blocking out of the backfield.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Johnson reverted to the Giants' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Johnson was elevated to the active roster for the third time this season ahead of Thursday's 20-15 loss to the Cowboys, failing to record any stats while playing seven snaps on offense and eight snaps with the special-teams unit. The fullback will now have to be signed to the active roster in order to appear in another game with the Giants this year.
Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Bumped to active roster
Johnson was elevated by the Giants from their practice squad for Thursday's game against the Cowboys, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson has already suited up twice for the team this season in Week 2 and Week 3, seeing a combined five snaps on offense and not accumulating any counting stats. He'll likely primarily be limited to special teams against Dallas on TNF.
Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Back with Big Blue
The Giants signed Johnson to their practice squad Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: The Giants released Johnson on Tuesday after he played 20 total snaps (two offensive and 18 on special teams) during the team's Week 3 win over the Browns, but he has since returned to Big Blue's practice squad. Expect the 29-year-old to continue bouncing between the Giants' practice squad and active roster, primarily contributing on special teams as the season progresses.
Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Giants
The Giants released Johnson on Tuesday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson has been and up down between the Giants' active roster and practice squad since the end of training camp, and it's possible that the 29-year-old running back could stick around with Big Blue. Johnson has played 36 snaps (31 on special teams, five on offense) across two games with the Giants this season and has not accrued a carry or tackle over that span.
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks to active roster
The Giants signed Johnson to the active roster on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Johnson spent time with New York throughout the offseason and earned an initial spot on the team's practice squad, though he was cut on Friday. After the Giants' loss to the Vikings in Week 1, though, it looks like the team is exploring some schematic changes that could make an experienced fullback valuable. That could foreshadow the running game being leaned on versus Washington on the road on Sunday.
Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 7:49am by Rotowire.com
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No longer with New York
The Giants cut Johnson from their practice squad Friday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Analysis: Johnson didn't make New York's 53-man roster out of training camp, but he was signed to the team's practice squad and then moved up to the active roster shortly thereafter. However, the fullback was subsequently moved back to the practice squad and has now parted ways with the Giants. Johnson could be an attractive option for another team's practice squad or even an option for an active roster, as he has plenty of NFL experience after having played in 63 regular-season games over the past four…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Johnson signed with the Giants' practice squad Monday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Johnson initially made New York's 53-man roster but was released from the team Saturday to make room for the re-signing of Adoree' Jackson. The 29-year-old will now have the opportunity to work his way back to the active roster, likely when injuries arise as the season progresses.
Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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Joins active roster
The Giants elevated Johnson to their active roster Thursday, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson signed with the Giants' practice squad Wednesday after failing to make the team's initial 53-man roster Tuesday, and he's already been elevated to the New York's active roster. In a corresponding move, the Giants placed center Austin Schlottmann on injured reserve.
Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Big Blue
Johnson signed with the Giants' practice squad Wednesday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: Johnson failed to make the Giants' 53-man roster after signing with the team earlier in August, but New York has decided to bring back the 29-year-old as a practice squad player. The five-year NFL veteran appeared in 13 regular-season games for the Raiders in 2023, recording one reception for 12 yards while also playing 138 special-teams snaps.
Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Giants
Johnson was released by the Giants on Tuesday.
Analysis: Johnson signed with New York on Aug. 16 after spending the last two seasons with the Raiders. However, the 29-year-old was unable to catch on as either a fullback or tight end during his short time with the Giants, leaving him as one of the odd men out on final cutdown day. Johnson totaled six touches while appearing in 30 regular-season games with Las Vegas.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Signed by Giants
Johnson was signed by the Giants on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The fullback/tight end will play for a new team in the 2024 season after spending the last two years with Las Vegas, bringing in six catches for 22 yards in that span. With the tight-end pecking order still undetermined for New York, Johnson could compete for a part in the team's passing game, or he could become a staple fullback blocker for running back Devin Singletary.
Published: Fri, Aug 16 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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Back with Las Vegas
The Raiders signed Johnson off their practice squad Friday.
Analysis: The lead blocker appeared in the first eight games of the season for Las Vegas but was cut after coach Josh McDaniels was fired midway through the year. He eventually signed back with the Raiders' practice squad and has played 34 offensive snaps over the last two weeks, blocking for Zamir White.
Published: Fri, Dec 29 at 6:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Johnson reverted to the Raiders' practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Johnson joined the active roster ahead of the team's 20-14 win over the Chiefs on Monday, failing to record any stats while playing 19 snaps on offense and 14 with the special-teams unit. The fullback will now wait for his next shot to be elevated for another game with Las Vegas.
Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated to active roster
The Raiders elevated Johnson to the active roster Sunday.
Analysis: This is the third time the Raiders have promoted Johnson from the practice squad since signing him Nov. 21. He's played 46 snaps over his last two games and has split his time between offense and special teams without recording a stat.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Heads back to practice squad
The Raiders reverted Johnson to the practice squad Friday.
Analysis: Johnson saw extended playing time in Thursday's blowout win over the Chargers as he played 25 snaps -- 15 on offense and 10 on special teams -- without recording a stat. It was his second time being called up since joining the Raiders' practice squad Nov. 21.
Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Johnson reverted to the Raiders' practice squad Monday.
Analysis: Johnson saw playing time on both offense and special teams in Sunday's loss to the Vikings, and he managed to record a tackle while in punt coverage. The 28-year-old is still eligible to be elevated two more times this season.
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 6:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Moves to roster
Johnson was elevated from the practice squad Saturday by the Raiders.
Analysis: Johnson last saw the field Week 8, and he has recorded only a single reception for 12 yards on the season. It is unlikely the fullback will be utilized as anything more than a special teams piece this week.
Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Las Vegas
Johnson was signed to the Raiders' practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Johnson is back with the Raiders after being waived by the team Friday. The fullback doesn't have a clear path to playing time, but he appears to be sticking around Las Vegas for the time being.
Published: Tue, Nov 21 at 5:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Let go by Las Vegas
The Raiders waived Johnson (concussion) on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Johnson practiced in full Wednesday, and the fact that Las Vegas waived him without an injury designation seems to indicate that he's fully cleared the league's concussion protocol. That means Johnson will be eligible to immediately contribute should a team claim him off waivers. Johnson was a starting fullback for the Raiders, but he doesn't have a clear fit in the team's new offensive scheme.
Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 8:31am by Rotowire.com
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Practices in full Wednesday
Johnson (concussion) was a full participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: It bodes well for Johnson's chances to play in Week 11, but there may still be outstanding steps for him to clear league concussion protocol. Las Vegas will hold two more practices this week, giving Johnson two more chances to shed his injury designation before the weekend.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive in Week 10
Johnson (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Analysis: Johnson logged a limited practice session Friday but will be unavailable for a second consecutive game due to a concussion that he sustained during the Raiders' Week 8 loss to the Lions. While he'll remain out in Week 10, he could be in the mix to return for next Sunday's game against Miami.
Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return Sunday
Johnson (concussion) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets, Vincent Bonsignore of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
Analysis: The 28-year-old fullback was able to log a limited practice session Friday after recording consecutive DNPs at practice Wednesday and Thursday. Johnson has appeared in eight games for the Raiders this season, recording 12 yards from scrimmage and primarily playing on special teams.
Published: Fri, Nov 10 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Missing Week 9
Johnson (concussion) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against Giants, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.
Analysis: Johnson, who exited the Raiders' Week 8 game with a concussion, was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise that he's been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. The fullback has received only one touch on offense this year while also playing on 39 percent of Las Vegas' special-teams snaps.
Published: Fri, Nov 3 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return Monday
Johnson (concussion) won't return to Monday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Johnson exited in the second half Monday to be evaluated for a concussion and will now miss the remainder of the game. The Raiders will be left without a fullback for the remainder of the contest and Johnson will focus on getting healthy and clearing the concussion protocol.
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 8:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Returning to Vegas
Johnson agreed Tuesday with the Raiders on a one-year deal, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Johnson joined the Raiders in 2022 after spending his first three seasons with the Patriots, as he followed head coach Josh McDaniels to Las Vegas. He was a reliable option for the team when it used fullback sets, and he suited up for all 17 games. However, he was not very fantasy relevant, recording just 10 receiving yards on two receptions. The 28-year-old projects to see a similar role in 2023.
Published: Tue, Mar 14 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches first pass of game
Johnson caught his only target for no gain in Sunday's 22-16 overtime win over the Broncos.
Analysis: Johnson caught quarterback Derek Carr's first pass of the game, but the former was otherwise used primarily as a blocker while logging 22 offensive snaps. Through the Raiders' first 10 contests, Johnson has yet to record a single carry and he's totaled only three receptions for six yards.
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Handling blocking role
Johnson played 20 of the Raiders' 70 snaps on offense (29 percent) but didn't log a target or carry in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: The 20 snaps were Johnson's most since Week 5, but as per usual, the Raiders didn't utilize him as anything more than a blocker. Johnson has just two receptions on the season and has yet to carry the ball in 46 career regular-season appearances.
Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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One reception in Raiders debut
Johnson caught his only target for one yard in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Johnson earned just one touch in eight offensive snaps during his Raiders debut, though he also appeared on special teams. The fullback doesn't figure to gain much fantasy relevance with Josh Jacobs handling a bulk of the carries out of the backfield while Brandon Bolden (hamstring) and Ameer Abdullah split passing-down work.
Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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Inks deal with Raiders
Johnson signed a one-year contract with the Raiders on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Raiders opted not to extend fullback Alec Ingold a contract last week, and Johnson is set to replace him for the Raiders. He primarily served as a blocker for the Patriots in 2021 and had four receptions for 43 yards in 17 games.
Published: Sat, Mar 19 at 10:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to become free agent
The Patriots will not be tendering Johnson, who will become a free agent when the new league year begins March 16, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Johnson is one of the best fullbacks in the league and is expected to have a market for his services. However, he isn't worthy of fantasy consideration, as he's totaled just 13 catches for 83 yards and one touchdown over three seasons with New England.
Published: Sun, Mar 13 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Given roster exemption
Johnson has received a roster exemption as part of the International Pathway Program, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson thus won't count against the offseason 90-man roster, making it substantially easier for him to stick with the Patriots and continue to develop. He's looking to suit up at fullback for a third straight season with the team.
Published: Mon, May 3 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs deal with Patriots
The Patriots signed Johnson to a one-year contract Thursday, according to his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Johnson will stay in New England to continue his fullback role for his third consecutive season. The 26-year-old had an increased catching role in his 2020 campaign, securing eight receptions for 35 yards and one touchdown through 16 games. While the fullback has yet to log any carries, expect Johnson to assume his usual blocking role for the team in 2021.
Published: Thu, Mar 25 at 10:11am by Rotowire.com
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Active for TNF
Johnson (knee) will suit up in Thursday's game against the Rams.
Analysis: Johnson was limited during the week of practice with the knee issue, but as evidenced by this news, it wasn't serious enough to force him to miss time. Johnson will likely assume his usual blocking role for the contest, as he's hauled in just eight targets for 35 yards and a touchdown this season while not logging any carries to date.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited by knee injury
Johnson was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's injury report due to a knee issue.
Analysis: New England also listed Johnson as limited on the first injury report that was released Monday, one day after the Patriots dismantled the Chargers, 45-0. Johnson often serves strictly as a blocker for New England, but he even got into the act in the blowout win, catching his lone target for a one-yard gain. Johnson has played in 11 of the Patriots' 12 games to date, hauling in all eight of his targets for 35 yards and a touchdown.
Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 5:41pm by Rotowire.com
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