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  • John Johnson
  • DB #43
  • John
    Johnson
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  • Manager: FA
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@CIN: #3 vs opposing DB - 21.25 FPA
Bye Week10Rank204% Rostered-% Change-WK 2 Pts1.00WK 3 Proj. Pts1.13
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1@SEA
Win, 30-13
0.50
2SF
Loss, 23-30
1.00
3@CIN
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
4@IND
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
5PHI
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
0.00
6ARI
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
7PIT
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
0.00
8@DAL
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
9@GB
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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10Bye  0.00
11SEA
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
12@ARI
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
0.00
13CLE
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
14@BAL
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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15WAS
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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16NO
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
17@NYG
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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18@SF
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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W 30-13
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2SF,
L 23-30
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5PHI,
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6ARI,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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7PIT,
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8@DAL,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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9@GB,
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10Bye-----0.00
11SEA,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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12@ARI,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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13CLE,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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14@BAL,
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15WAS,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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16NO,
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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17@NYG,
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18@SF,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Zero defensive snaps in Week 1

    Johnson recorded one tackle in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Johnson was limited to only 10 total snaps, all on special teams. His production will likely be rather minimal in 2023 if he remains a reserve option behind Russ Yeast at free safety.

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 8:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to where he started

    Johnson signed a one-year contract with the Rams on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson spent the last two seasons in Cleveland after spending the first four years of his career in Los Angeles. The 27-year-old was a cap casualty for the Browns in February despite playing a prominent role in the team's secondary. He finished the 2022 campaign with 101 tackles, four passes defended, two forced fumbles and fumble recoveries apiece and an interception. He should compete for the starting free safety spot with the Rams.

    Published: Mon, Aug 7 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • On way out of Cleveland

    Browns general manager Andrew Berry said Tuesday that Johnson will be released, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was entering the final year of his contract, and the Browns will be able to save $9.75 million by letting him go prior to June 1. The veteran safety recorded 101 tackles, four pass breakups, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, one interception and a half-sack across 17 appearances in 2022. He should draw heavy interest from numerous teams in need of safety help this offseason.

    Published: Tue, Feb 28 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs five stops in finale

    Johnson recorded five tackles in a 28-14 loss to the Steelers in Week 18.

    Analysis: Johnson ended his second season with the Browns with one interception and 101 tackles, second most behind fellow safety Grant Delpit (105). The Browns' defense was the subject of discussion following losses, some of which featured breakdowns on the back end. As a result of those issues, the Browns fired defensive coordinator Joe Woods. Johnson, who has one year left on his deal, is expected to return next season but much depends on the new DC.

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 6:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets green light

    Johnson (thigh) is good to go for Saturday's Christmas Eve matchup against the Saints.

    Analysis: Johnson figures to be in line for a full workload assuming he avoids any setbacks. If that were to happen, D'Anthony Bell would presumably replace him at free safety.

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tagged as questionable

    Johnson (thigh) is considered questionable to play Saturday against the Saints, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: Johnson picked up a thigh contusion during the Browns' win over Baltimore on Saturday. He was then limited in practice Tuesday before he took a step back with a DNP during Wednesday's session. Johnson has logged 81 tackles, four passes defended, an interception, and a pair of fumbles forced and recovered apiece while appearing in every game for Cleveland this season. In his possible absence, expect D'Anthony Bell and/or Ronnie Harrison to see increased playing time versus New Orleans.

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up injury in win

    Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said that Johnson sustained a thigh contusion during Saturday's 13-3 win over the Ravens, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was presumably limited to a season-low 75 percent of his team's defensive snaps due to this issue Saturday. Nevertheless, the sixth-year safety still collected his second-most tackles in a game this season with nine, and he now ranks second on the Browns in tackles (81) behind fellow safety Grant Delpit (88). Johnson's participation level in practice Tuesday should provide more clarity on his status heading into next Saturday's game against New Orleans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sheds injury designation

    Johnson (knee) was a full participant at practice Thursday, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Johnson started his week limited before downgrading to a DNP on Wednesday. However, it appears the day off did Johnson well, and he should be good to go Saturday against the Ravens.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Downgraded to non-participant

    Johnson (knee) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated report but has been downgraded to a non-participant Wednesday. He'll have one more chance to practice Thursday before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Saturday's matchup against Baltimore, but Johnson is currently trending toward sitting out Week 15.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues steady production

    Johnson recorded eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Johnson's eight total tackles brings him to 72 on the season. He also suffered a knee injury at some point during the game, which has him on the team's injury report Monday. He is currently considered questionable for Saturday's game with the Ravens.

    Published: Tue, Dec 13 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs double-digit stops in loss

    Johnson recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Johnson was one of two Cleveland defenders to play every defensive snap in the Week 11 matchup versus Buffalo, and he posted his first double-digit tackling performance of the 2022-23 campaign this past weekend. Though the 26-year-old safety has yet to record an interception this season, he'll likely continue operating as an every-down player when the Browns host the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Published: Tue, Nov 22 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading tackler Sunday

    Johnson recorded seven tackles (four solo) and a half-sack during the Browns' season-opening win against the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Johnson finished as Cleveland's top tackler as he played all but one of the team's defensive snaps against Carolina. The starting free safety also played 25 percent of the team's snaps on special teams (eight). This heavy usage should give Johnson a good chance to lead the Browns in tackles during the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 5:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tackling numbers fall to earth

    Johnson notched 61 tackles (37 solo), a half-sack, five pass breakups, three interceptions and one forced fumble across 15 games in 2021.

    Analysis: Johnson didn't come close to matching last season's performance of triple-digit tackles, though he did provide a notable boost to Cleveland's secondary and come within striking distance of his career-high interception tally. He stands to reprise his role as Cleveland's starting free safety during the 2022 season, after which the team will have a potential 'out' from his contract.

    Published: Mon, Jan 24 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Johnson (hamstring) is active for Sunday against the Bengals, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson has missed the Browns' last two games, but he will suit up Sunday against the Bengals. He should man the majority of the free safety snaps as usual.

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play Week 18

    Johnson (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Johnson has missed the past two games with the hamstring injury, and his availability for Week 18 remains up in the air. M.J. Stewart should receive another start should Johnson be unable to play in the season finale.

    Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again Monday

    Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Steelers, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Johnson will be sidelined for the second straight game after suffering the hamstring injury Week 15 against the Raiders. M.J. Stewart should receive another start at safety in his absence.

    Published: Sat, Jan 1 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 16

    Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's Christmas Day matchup with the Packers, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: The safety suffered the hamstring injury in Monday's loss to the Raiders, and after being deemed day-to-day earlier in the week, he will ultimately be unavailable Saturday. With Johnson on the shelf, M.J. Stewart will likely step into a starting spot against Aaron Rodgers and the Packers in Week 16.

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 11:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers minor injury

    Johnson recorded a hamstring injury Monday against the Raiders and is deemed day-to-day, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Johnson managed to suit up and play in Week 15 after testing positive for COVID-19 days before their contest with the Raiders. The 26-year-old could end up being limited in practice this upcoming week, which will likely allow M.J. Stewart and Richard LeCounte to receive first-team reps at practice until Johnson can return to the field.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated by Browns

    Johnson (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list by the Browns on Monday.

    Analysis: Johnson tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday and was unable to join the team for practice this week, but he'll be available for Monday's matchup against the Raiders. If the 26-year-old has any limitations in Week 15, M.J. Stewart and Richard LeCounte should see additional playing time.

    Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests positive for COVID-19

    Johnson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday after testing positive for the virus, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Johnson is one of numerous Browns' players to test positive and land in COVID protocols. The safety hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's contest yet, so that indicates he's vaccinated, which means he could still face the Raiders if he provides back-to-back negative tests at least 24 hours apart.

    Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive against Ravens

    Johnson logged seven tackles (six solo) and half a sack in Sunday's 24-22 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Johnson has now played 100 percent of the Browns' defensive snaps in each of the last five games, and he has three consecutive appearances with at least six tackles. Across the last five games, the 2017 third-rounder has totaled 26 tackles (20 solo), two interceptions, a forced fumble and half a sack.

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Does it all in loss

    Johnson tallied seven tackles (four solo) while also intercepting one pass in Sunday's 16-10 loss against the Ravens.

    Analysis: Johnson intercepted his third pass of the season and his second in his last four games. The Browns safety has also tallied seven tackles in each of his last two games. Johnson is not on the same tackling pace as he was last season with the Rams, however, he has seemingly solidified a young secondary, and he may be able to surpass his career high in interceptions.

    Published: Tue, Nov 30 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go Sunday

    Johnson (neck) has been cleared from the Injury report for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was injured Sunday against the Steelers and was considered day-to-day by head coach Kevin Stefanski on Monday. After getting in limited practices Thursday and Friday, Johnson has the green light to play Sunday against the Bengals.

    Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 12:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Day-to-day with neck sprain

    Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday that Johnson is considered day-to-day with a neck sprain, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

    Analysis: Johnson appears to have avoided a serious injury, but his status for Week 9 is still up in the air. If the Browns elect to keep him sidelined, then Grant Delpit will likely draw the start at free safety against the Bengals on Sunday.

    Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers neck injury Sunday

    Johnson (neck) won't return to Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson recorded four tackles before leaving the Browns' Week 8 matchup with the Steelers early. The 25-year-old safety won't return to the contest, and in his absence, Grant Delpit will likely see extended snaps at free safety.

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records first interception of 2021

    Johnson logged three tackles (two solo) and one interception in Thursday's 17-14 win over Denver.

    Analysis: Johnson has played every defensive snap in each of the last six weeks, and he hauled in his first interception of the season Thursday. Across the first seven weeks of 2021, the 25-year-old has tallied 24 tackles (16 solo), an interception and two pass defenses.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Chooses Cleveland as next home

    Johnson agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million contract with the Browns on Monday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Johnson had numerous teams after him but ultimately chose to sign with the Browns, who will pay him $24 million in guaranteed money on the deal. He topped 100 tackles for the second time in the past three seasons with the Rams in 2020 and should be an impact starter at strong safety with Cleveland.

    Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 tackles

    Johnson recorded 105 tackles (73 solo), an interception and eight pass breakups over 16 games during the 2020 regular season.

    Analysis: After being limited to just six appearances in 2019, Johnson played the full slate in 2020 and turned in excellent production out of the secondary. Johnson is often overshadowed by superstars Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey, but the free safety is another key cog for the Los Angeles defense.

    Published: Wed, Feb 3 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties for second on team in tackles

    Johnson logged seven tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Johnson has been enjoying an excellent year in coverage with only 4.7 yards allowed per target and zero touchdowns surrendered over 55 opponent pass attempts. Week 15 was undoubtedly a lowlight for the Rams defense, however, as the No. 3 scoring unit allowed New York to reach 23 points for the fifth time this season while conceding a season-high 71 percent completion rate to Sam Darnold. Johnson and the Rams secondary must recalibrate quickly, facing a Week 16 road assignment against Russell…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 4:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong season continues

    Johnson recorded nine tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 38-28 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: The fourth-year free safety is having an excellent season with 83 tackles (56 solo), eight passes defensed and an interception. Johnson can be started confidently week in, week out in most IDP settings.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 7:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals six tackles

    Johnson had six tackles (three solo) and one pass defensed during Monday's win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old has yet to miss a defensive snap for Los Angeles this season and ranks second on the team in tackles. Johnson has 67 tackles (42 solo), six passes defensed and one interception through 10 games in 2020.

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Registers 13 tackles in loss

    Johnson finished with 13 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's matchup against the 49ers.

    Analysis: Johnson's previous best for tackles in a game this season was 10, but he set a new mark in Week 6. He's secured 46 tackles and has picked off a pass through six contests in 2020.

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 8:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues strong play

    Johnson secured six tackles (five solo), including two for a loss, during Sunday's 17-9 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The fourth-year starter has quickly reestablished himself as an excellent fantasy option after sustaining a season-ending shoulder injury and playing just six games last year. Johnson projects to continuing playing nearly every defensive snap and providing reliable weekly tackle totals.

    Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 6:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action

    Johnson (shoulder) has been a full participant during training camp, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson dealt with a shoulder injury in 2019 that prevented him from playing after Week 6, but he's made a full recovery ahead of the 2020 campaign. Now that he's back in action, Johnson could be one of the leaders in the secondary with top cornerback Jalen Ramsey. Johnson compiled 51 tackles (24 solo) and two interceptions in his injury-shortened 2019 campaign.

    Published: Wed, Aug 19 at 5:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Progressing in recovery

    Coach Sean McVay said Johnson (shoulder) is "making good progress," Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson compiled 51 tackles (24 solo), two defended passes and two interceptions across six games in 2019 before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury Week 6. Heading into the final year of his rookie contract, the 24-year-old will focus on making a full recovery in time to kick off the 2020 campaign. In the wake of Eric Weddle's retirement, Johnson will be counted on as a regular starter in Los Angeles' secondary.

    Published: Thu, Feb 27 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dependable before injury in 2019

    Johnson (shoulder) posted 51 tackles, two pass breakups and two interceptions over six games in 2019.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered a shoulder injury in Week 6 and was subsequently placed on IR and shut down for the season. In his third pro season, Johnson was an every-down safety and was on track for a second straight 100-tackle campaign. He was making plays in coverage as well. The 24-year-old is heading into the final year of his rookie contract, and he may be in line for a starting role again next year depending on whether Eric Weddle (knee/shoulder) returns.

    Published: Tue, Feb 4 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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