- Theo Johnson
- #84
- Team NYG
- Pos TE
- Status AActive
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Matches previous high in targets
Johnson had three receptions (on eight targets) for 29 yards in Monday's 33-15 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Johnson matched his previous single-game high in targets (eight) set back in Week 10 against the Bears, but the large volume didn't translate into proportional production this time around. The 24-year-old was New York's fourth-leading receiver despite tying Wan'Dale Robinson for the most looks from Jaxson Dart on Monday Night Football. Johnson has still been a pleasant surprise in fantasy this season by generating a 42-456-5 receiving line across 13 games while catching passes from three…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 1 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-high 77 yards in OT loss
Johnson caught three of five targets for 77 yards in Sunday's 34-27 overtime loss to the Lions.
Analysis: Just over half of Johnson's yards came on a 39-yard catch in the fourth quarter. The 2024 fourth-round pick established a new single-game career high for receiving yards, topping his Week 10 total of 75 against the Bears by two yards. Johnson has emerged as a consistent receiving option heading into a Week 13 trip to New England, regardless of whether the Giants start Jameis Winston for a third consecutive game or get rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart (concussion) back.
Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest results with Winston at QB
Johnson corralled three of four targets for 36 yards in Sunday's Week 11 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: Johnson set career-high marks with seven catches for 75 yards the previous Sunday against Chicago, but he went back to something close to his usual level of production versus the Packers. That may have had something to do with a change at QB -- Jaxson Dart (concussion) didn't play, and the Giants elected to go with Jameis Winston rather than Russell Wilson behind center. Johnson's stat line Sunday was slightly better than his averages of 2.9 receptions for 26.6 yards over the first nine games…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 17 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Sets career highs in catches, yards
Johnson caught seven of eight targets for 75 yards in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Bears.
Analysis: Johnson set career highs in targets, catches and receiving yards. He has built nice chemistry with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, but Dart exited in the second half due to a concussion. It may be more difficult for Johnson to build on this strong outing if he's catching passes from backup quarterback Russell Wilson in Week 11 against the Packers.
Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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No restrictions Thursday
Johnson (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Johnson had his practice reps capped Wednesday while he was nursing the shoulder issue coming out of the Giants' Week 9 loss to the 49ers, but the injury doesn't look as though it will be anything that prevents him from playing this Sunday in Chicago. The second-year tight end has settled into an elevated role in the New York passing attack in recent weeks, playing at least 80 percent of the snaps in each of the last five games while accruing a 17-173-4 receiving line on 28 targets over that…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 6 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with shoulder issue
Johnson was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: Johnson has taken full advantage of his 33 targets over the last six games, hauling in 20 for 190 yards and five touchdowns. All of them have come with rookie first-round pick Jaxson Dart directing the offense, but Johnson now is dealing with a health concern. Johnson's status will be monitored as the week goes on to get a sense of his odds to suit up Sunday in Chicago.
Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Five TDs in last six games
Johnson caught three of six targets for 27 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-24 loss to the 49ers.
Analysis: Johnson capped the opening drive with his fifth touchdown in the past six games, scoring from 15 yards out. His five other targets resulted in only 12 yards. Given the plethora of injuries to skill-position players for the Giants, Johnson will likely continue to work as one of the team's top contributors in the passing game against the Bears in Week 10.
Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Three catches in Week 8 loss
Johnson caught three of four targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Johnson has scored four touchdowns in his last five games, but the Eagles managed to keep him out of the end zone in both meetings over that span. Fellow Giants tight end Daniel Bellinger exited due to a neck injury, which could open up more targets for Johnson if Bellinger doesn't return in Week 9 against the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores fourth TD in as many weeks
Johnson had three receptions on seven targets for 66 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-32 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: Johnson was the beneficiary of good fortune when he caught a tipped pass that was not intended for him for a 41-yard touchdown. It was the 24-year-old's fourth touchdown reception in as many weeks, providing a hot stretch of play for fantasy managers over that span. Johnson continues showing great rapport with rookie QB Jaxson Dart as the team prepares to face Philadelphia for the second time this season.
Published: Sun, Oct 19 at 9:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Pair of grabs in upset victory
Johnson brought in two of four targets for 27 yards in the Giants' 34-17 win over the Eagles on Thursday night.
Analysis: Johnson had flashed with a season-high six receptions and a pair of touchdowns in the Week 5 loss to the Saints on Sunday, but he was a lot quieter four days later despite the Giants' successful night on offense. Nevertheless, he finished with at least four targets for the third straight game, and he appears to have a solid rapport with rookie signal-caller Jaxson Dart heading into a challenging Week 7 road matchup against the Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 19.
Published: Thu, Oct 9 at 10:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Snags two TDs in Week 5 loss
Johnson caught six of seven targets for 33 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: With Malik Nabers (knee) lost for the season, rookie QB Jaxson Dart turned to the short passing game to keep the offense moving as Johnson and fellow TE Daniel Bellinger combined to haul in 10 passes on 11 targets for 85 yards, while rookie RB Cam Skattebo added a 6-45-0 line on seven targets. Johnson was the only one of the trio to get into the end zone, however, catching a one-yard score in the first quarter and a 15-yard strike in the second -- Dart's only two TDs of the afternoon. The six…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 5 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches TD pass from Dart
Johnson caught three of five targets for 17 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-18 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: While the volume was modest, the tight end tied with Wan'Dale Robinson for the team lead in targets, and Johnson was on the other end of Jaxson Dart's first career passing TD when he hauled in a three-yard score in the third quarter. The Giants' passing game may have lost Malik Nabers for the season to a torn ACL on Sunday, and while that would be bad news for the offense as a whole, it could lead to more looks for Johnson. Johnson will take a 9-66-1 line on 15 targets into a Week 5 tilt…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Johnson (toe) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chargers
Analysis: The Giants listed a slew of pass catchers on the Week 4 injury report, but all have been cleared to play in Jaxson Dart's first NFL start. Malik Nabers (shoulder) and Wan'Dale Robinson figure to continue leading the way, but it's possible a few more targets shift toward Johnson and/or Darius Slayton (calf) with a new QB taking over.
Published: Fri, Sep 26 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited Thursday
Johnson (toe) was limited in Thursday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: After logging a DNP on Wednesday, Johnson's return to a limited practice puts him on track to play Sunday against the Chargers. Johnson has played 83 percent of the Giants' offensive snaps through three games but has little to show for it in the box score, producing a 6-49-0 receiving line on 10 targets.
Published: Thu, Sep 25 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on practice field Thursday
Johnson (toe) returned to practice Thursday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Johnson was absent from Wednesday's session, but a return to practice in any capacity Thursday would seem to put Johnson on track to play Sunday against the Chargers. Johnson has just six catches for 49 scoreless yards on 10 targets through three games to start the season.
Published: Thu, Sep 25 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with toe injury
Johnson missed Wednesday's practice with a toe injury, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Analysis: The good news is that his toe is listed as the problem, rather than his foot. Johnson had Lisfranc surgery on his foot last December, bringing his rookie season to an early end. He returned healthy for spring practices and has now picked up where he left off in a near-every-down role -- with an 87 percent snap share through three weeks -- but Johnson still isn't getting many targets, with a 10 percent share ranking fifth on the team. An absence for Week 4 against the Chargers would mean more…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 24 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to one catch in Week 3 loss
Johnson caught one of two targets for 10 yards in Sunday's loss to Kansas City.
Analysis: Most of New York's pass-catching corps was stifled by a tough Chiefs defense -- even star wideout Malik Nabers got just four targets, catching a mere one pass for 26 yards -- so Johnson's limited production isn't fully on his shoulders. He remained the Giants' clear top tight end in the contest, logging 57 of the team's 66 offensive snaps to 16 snaps for Daniel Bellinger and 13 for Chris Manhertz. With that being said, Johnson has a modest six catches (on 10 targets) for 49 yards through three…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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Picks up production Week 2
Johnson caught four of five targets for 34 yards in Sunday's overtime loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: After catching just one pass for five yards against Washington in Week 1, Johnson was much more productive Sunday. He actually looked to be in line for a bigger final line after a quick start, as he caught two passes for 20 yards on the team's opening drive. Regardless, this was a nice step in the right direction for Johnson, who was on the field for 56 of the team's 67 offensive snaps while backup TE Daniel Bellinger recorded more snaps on special teams (20) than on offense (19), as did No. 3…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 15 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Nabs just one catch Week 1
Johnson caught one of three targets for five yards in Sunday's loss to Washington.
Analysis: Johnson dominated New York's tight-end snaps with 53 to Chris Manhertz's 18 and Daniel Bellinger's 15, but Johnson wasn't able to produce much with the opportunity. Meanwhile, Bellinger secured his only target for 14 yards while Manhertz didn't get any targets. The Giants' passing game -- and offense as a whole -- struggled Sunday, so it's difficult to glean much from individual players' stats on offense. It was at least promising for Johnson's fantasy viability moving forward that he logged…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 8 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Johnson isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's season opener at Washington, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Giants coach Brian Daboll confirmed Johnson is "good to go" after making it through training camp and the preseason without any setbacks. It's been a smooth process, at least from a distance, which is perhaps surprising given Johnson's worrisome diagnosis back in December -- a Lisfranc injury that required surgery. The Giants didn't add much competition at tight end this offseason, potentially allowing Johnson to pick up where he left off in a near-every-down role (before the foot injury ended…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 3 at 2:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees early volume Saturday
Johnson caught both his targets for 10 yards in Saturday's 34-25 preseason win over the Bills.
Analysis: Both of Johnson's receptions came on the Giants' opening drive with Russell Wilson under center, and the duo connected a third time, only for the play to be wiped out by a penalty. The second-year tight end missed time as a rookie with a foot injury, but over his final five games in 2024 he posted an intriguing 18-216-1 line on 27 targets. Johnson has been healthy in camp and has some breakout potential given his size and athleticism, as well as the glimpses of chemistry he showed Saturday with…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 9 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Aiming to stay healthy in 2025
Johnson said he wants to play in all 17 of the Giants' regular-season games during the upcoming season, Bobby Kownack of NFL.com reports. "I've been taking my recovery and my health, what I'm putting in my body and everything, more serious than I ever have. I think that's the biggest goal for me is prioritizing my health and wellness and making sure that I'm available and consistent throughout 17 games," the tight end stated.
Analysis: Johnson missed New York's final five contests last year due to a foot injury, but he is back to full health and has participated in the team's OTAs this offseason. Though he got off to somewhat of a rocky start as a rookie, Johnson had been coming on strong prior to getting hurt, averaging 3.6 catches for 43.2 yards over his final five contests. He'll look to build upon that production as the Giants' top tight end in 2025, and there is potential for more opportunities now that Johnson is…read more
Published: Sat, Jul 5 at 7:22am by Rotowire.com
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Ready for start of OTAs
Johnson (foot) is working with the Giant's first-team offense and new quarterback Russell Wilson at OTAs on Wednesday, Connor Hughes of SNY.tv reports.
Analysis: New York officially kicked off OTAs on Tuesday, but reporters were not allowed in attendance until Wednesday's session, in which Paul Schwartz of the New York Post spotted the second-year tight end taking part in drills without any apparent issues. A 2024 fourth-round pick, Johnson quickly emerged as the Giants' top tight end in his rookie campaign following the offseason retirement of Darren Waller. He logged 29 catches for 331 yards and one score (43 targets) across 12 regular-season…read more
Published: Wed, May 28 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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