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  • Joins Tampa's practice squad

    The Buccaneers signed Johnson to their practice squad Wednesday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson's addition to the Buccaneers' practice squad will give the team more depth at wide receiver after Mike Evans (collarbone) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday. Though he was waived by the Steelers on an injury settlement in late August after hurting his foot during the preseason, the 27-year-old wideout appears to have made a full recovery.

    Published: Wed, Oct 22 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets look from Big Blue

    The Giants hosted Johnson (foot) for a workout Friday, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was with the Steelers in training camp before suffering a foot injury in the preseason finale against the Panthers. Johnson and the Steelers reached an injury settlement in late August, and the 27-year-old wideout has progressed enough in his recovery to work out with teams in an attempt to catch on with a practice squad. He appeared in three regular-season games for Pittsburgh in 2024 and logged one catch for nine yards.

    Published: Fri, Oct 3 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reaches injury settlement with PIT

    The Steelers waived Johnson (foot) from injured reserve with an injury settlement Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered a foot injury during the Steelers' preseason finale against the Panthers. The injury settlement allows the 27-year-old wideout to sign with another team once he is fully healthy. Johnson has played in 23 regular-season games since entering the NFL in May of 2022 as an undrafted free agent.

    Published: Fri, Aug 29 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to IR

    Johnson (foot) reverted to Pittsburgh's injured reserve list Wednesday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Johnson wasn't picked up by another team after the Steelers waived him with a foot issue Tuesday, so he's now going back to their injured reserve list. He'll have to stay there for the whole 2025 campaign unless he can negotiate an injury settlement with Pittsburgh.

    Published: Wed, Aug 27 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Waived with injury designation

    Johnson (foot) was waived with an injury designation Tuesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson will miss the 2025 season due to the injury, barring an injury settlement. The 27-year-old wide receiver has 23 games of regular-season NFL experience, including three with the Steelers in 2024.

    Published: Wed, Aug 27 at 7:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable to return Thursday

    Johnson (foot) is questionable to return to Thursday's preseason finale against the Panthers, Burt Lauten of the Pittsburgh Steelers Communications reports.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered a foot injury in the first half against Carolina, placing some doubt on his ability to return. The wide receiver failed to record any stats before departing the game.

    Published: Thu, Aug 21 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two receptions against Jacksonville

    Johnson secured both of his targets for 12 yards during Saturday's 31-25 preseason win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Johnson spent most of last season on Pittsburgh's practice squad, and he remained in the organization during the offseason after signing a reserve/future contract with the team. While the Steelers parted ways with George Pickens during the offseason, they acquired DK Metcalf, and it seems unlikely that Johnson will see consistent time on the team's 53-man roster.

    Published: Sat, Aug 9 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with Pittsburgh

    The Steelers signed Johnson to a reserve/future contract Tuesday.

    Analysis: Cut by the Broncos ahead of Week 1 last summer, Johnson spent the entire season in Pittsburgh, toggling between the active roster and practice squad. He appeared in three regular-season contests, catching one pass for nine yards. Known mostly for his willingness to be a blocker out wide, Johnson will look to earn a role with the Steelers this upcoming offseason.

    Published: Tue, Jan 14 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumped back down

    Johnson reverted to the Steelers' practice squad Tuesday.

    Analysis: Johnson was elevated for Pittsburgh's win over the Giants on Monday but didn't see the field. Since he has now been elevated three times, he'll have to sign with the 53-man roster if he's going to suit up again for the Steelers.

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins Pittsburgh's active roster

    The Steelers elevated Johnson to their active roster ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Giants, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was also elevated for the Steelers' Week 7 win over the Jets but didn't see the field. He'll add depth to Pittsburgh's wide-receiver room, as rookie Roman Wilson (hamstring) was just placed on injured reserve Monday. Expect Johnson to serve as a depth piece in the Steelers' WR corps while potentially contributing on special teams in Week 8.

    Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to practice squad

    Johnson reverted to Pittsburgh's practice squad Monday.

    Analysis: Johnson was elevated for the second time this season to provide extra depth with Roman Wilson (hamstring) out. However, Johnson failed to record any stats and played a mere 10 offensive snaps.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated for Week 7

    The Steelers elevated Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: It's the second time this season that Johnson has been elevated from the practice squad. In his first outing, he caught his lone target for nine yards in Week 5 against the Cowboys.

    Published: Sat, Oct 19 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Down to practice squad

    Johnson reverted to the Steelers' practice squad Monday.

    Analysis: Johnson caught his only target for a nine-yard gain in Pittsburgh's Week 5 loss. He'll work to get another chance with the active roster in Week 6 against the Raiders.

    Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Elevated from practice squad

    The Steelers elevated Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Johnson signed with the Steelers' practice squad in late August after failing to make the Broncos' 53-man roster at the conclusion of training camp. With Denver last season, Johnson registered 19 catches (on 30 targets) for 284 yards and four touchdowns across 13 regular-season games.

    Published: Sat, Oct 5 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picked up by Pittsburgh

    Johnson signed with the Steelers' practice squad Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was waived by the Broncos on Tuesday, but he's already found a new home on the Steelers' practice squad. The 26-year-old wide receiver spent the first two seasons of his career in Denver, catching 25 of his 44 targets for 326 yards and four touchdowns in 20 regular-season outings.

    Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by Denver

    The Broncos waived Johnson on Tuesday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was a favorite of coach Sean Payton last season, seeing action in 13 games while making a pair of starts. He finished with 19 catches for 284 yards and four touchdowns on 30 targets spanning 343 offensive snaps. With the additions of Josh Reynolds and rookie fourth-rounder Troy Franklin, Johnson loses his spot on the 53-man roster. There's a solid chance the Broncos view him as a practice squad candidate.

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big day in preseason finale

    Johnson caught both his targets for 83 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-12 preseason win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: The third-year wideout showed some good chemistry with Zach Wilson, hauling in a 37-yard pass late in the third quarter to set up one TD before snagging a 46-yard touchdown pass of his own in the fourth. Johnson is fighting with 2024 fourth-round pick Troy Franklin and others for a spot at the bottom of the Broncos' wide receiver depth chart, so Sunday's performance may not have been enough to secure a place on the 53-man roster.

    Published: Sun, Aug 25 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes second season in Denver

    Johnson played in 13 games during the 2023 campaign, finishing with 19 receptions on 30 targets for 284 yards and four touchdowns.

    Analysis: Johnson played in a depth role in the Broncos' wide receiver corps, limiting his opportunities throughout the season. Despite this fact, the wideout's four touchdowns were good for the second-highest total among all pass catchers in Denver. Johnson is under contract through the 2024 season and will become a restricted free agent in 2025. Heading into next season, Johnson may find it difficult to find the field consistently again if fellow receivers Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy and Marvin Mims…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 14 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four grabs in win

    Johnson secured four of six targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 16-9 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Johnson's four catches and six targets Sunday were his most in a game this season in both categories. In addition, the second-year player played 84 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps, the most of any Denver wideout in the contest. With the Broncos eliminated from playoff contention, it's possible Johnson could maintain an elevated workload heading into Week 18 matchup against the Raiders, especially if Courtland Sutton (concussion) and Marvin Mims (hamstring) remain sidelined.

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone against Patriots

    Johnson caught three of five targets for 47 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Johnson saw increased playing time Sunday with Courtland Sutton (concussion) exiting the contest early in first half. The wideout played 68 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps, the second-most of any receiver behind Jerry Jeudy. In 11 appearances this season, Johnson has now recorded 11 catches for 169 yards and four touchdowns. The 25-year-old could see similar usage in a Week 17 matchup with the Chargers if Sutton remains sidelined, but he would be difficult to trust for fantasy purposes.

    Published: Wed, Dec 27 at 3:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from IR

    The Broncos activated Johnson (hamstring) to their active roster Saturday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Johnson is set to appear in his first game since Week 7 this Sunday, and it now seems as if he's completely moved past his hamstring issue. The 25-year-old wideout has appeared in seven games for the Broncos this season, catching eight of his 13 targets for 122 yards and three touchdowns.

    Published: Sat, Dec 2 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to return from IR

    The Broncos designated Johnson (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson hasn't played since Week 7 due to the hamstring injury, but he at least looks as though he'll be ready to practice this week. The Broncos will have 21 days to evaluate Johnson before either adding him back to the 53-man roster or keeping him on IR for the remainder of the season. Johnson recorded eight receptions for 122 yards and three touchdowns on 13 targets through Denver's first seven games of the season.

    Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to IR

    The Broncos placed Johnson (hamstring) on injured reserve Saturday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reported Friday that Johnson was considered a game-time call for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs after sustaining an injury during Thursday's practice, but his inability to practice Friday indicated that the injury was more severe than previously thought. Johnson will now have to sit out for the next four games and will be eligible to return against the Texans on Dec. 3.

    Published: Sat, Oct 28 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time call for Week 8

    Johnson (hamstring) didn't practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Kansas City.

    Analysis: According to head coach Sean Payton, Johnson will be a game-time decision after injuring his hamstring during Thursday's practice, per Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site. Given Johnson's inability to practice Friday and the high risk of further complications with playing through soft-tissue injuries, the wide receiver is more likely than not to sit out Sunday. Official word on Johnson's status will come when the Broncos release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m.…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited participant in practice

    Johnson (hamstring) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: The depth receiver's status seems up in the air as Sunday's game against the Chiefs approaches. Johnson played on 37 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps in Week 7 versus the Packers but did not receive a target. The second-year pro has eight catches for 122 yards and three touchdowns in 2023.

    Published: Thu, Oct 26 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catchless in loss

    Johnson failed to secure either of his two targets in Thursday's 19-8 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Johnson played just 16 of the Broncos 52 offensive snaps Thursday, playing behind both Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy. The second-year wideout did see the field slightly more than fellow receivers Lil'Jordan Humphrey and Marvin Mims, and neither Humphrey nor Mims earned any targets in the contest. On a day when the Broncos trailed the Chiefs from start to finish, quarterback Russell Wilson struggled to move the ball through the air. Johnson's limited usage and the offense's overall struggles…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch in loss

    Johnson secured his only target for nine yards in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Johnson played 51 percent of the Denver's offensive snaps Sunday, ahead of rookie wideout Marvin Mims. With that said, the veteran saw just one target for the second straight week. Johnson should remain difficult to trust for consistent fantasy production, especially as Mims should continue to be brought along in the team's offensive plans. Nonetheless, the 25-year-old will look to be more involved in Denver's passing attack when the Broncos visit the Chiefs in Week 6.

    Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits pay dirt in win

    Johnson caught his only target for four yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-28 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Johnson made the most of his one target Sunday, finding the end zone in the third quarter to bring the Broncos within two scores of the Bears. After seeing three targets in each of the first three games, the veteran was less involved in Denver's offensive attack in Week 4. Meanwhile, rookie wideout Marvin Mims matched Johnson's offensive snap total for the first time this season, with both receivers playing 17 snaps. Through four weeks, it appears that Johnson and Russell Wilson have developed…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 3 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two passes in loss

    Johnson caught two of his three targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 70-20 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Johnson played 60 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps Sunday, operating as Denver's No. 3 wideout. Meanwhile, rookie Marvin Mims continued to play behind Johnson, logging just a 24 percent snap share. Unfortunately, the veteran was unable to produce much for fantasy purposes despite being in a pass-heavy game script for most of the contest. Going forward, it's reasonable to think that Johnson could fall behind Mims on the depth chart if the first-year receiver continues to make big plays on…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 27 at 4:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches Hail Mary TD

    Johnson caught two of three targets for 66 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-33 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Johnson was the recipient of a Hail Mary attempt from Russell Wilson that bounced off multiple players before landing in his hands for a 50-yard touchdown on the final play of regulation. The 25-year-old had just one reception for 16 yards prior to his improbable score, so fantasy managers should be careful not to overvalue his final line when scouring waiver wires this week. Johnson will continue serving as a backup option for Denver's upcoming tilt against Miami.

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 11:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches in loss

    Johnson secured two of three targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 17-16 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Johnson was on the field for 50 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps Sunday, the third-most of all Denver wideouts. Surprisingly, the veteran played ahead of rookie standout Marvin Mims, nearly doubling his snap total. Johnson is likely to continue to see limited usage with a crowded group of pass catchers ahead of him in the Broncos' offensive attack. Fellow receiver Jerry Jeudy (hamstring) should return to action soon, which will further limit Johnson's potential going forward. The…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Johnson (leg) practiced Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered the injury more than two weeks ago and has been out of action since. The second-year-pro is likely near the bubble in regards to making the team's 53-man roster, so his return should be beneficial in his attempts to make the final cut.

    Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with injury

    Johnson suffered a leg injury during practice Tuesday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Johnson joined the Broncos in 2022 after going undrafted out of UCF. After initially starting on the team's practice squad, he earned a spot on the 53-man roster, appearing in seven contests and making six catches on 14 targets for 42 yards and a touchdown. He was having a terrific camp according to Renck, and was in the mix for a spot on the 53-man roster. The injury is not expected to be serious and he'll now focus on recovering and returning to the practice field.

    Published: Tue, Aug 8 at 11:20am by Rotowire.com
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2025 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@ATL,
W 23-20
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2@HOU,
W 20-19
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3NYJ,
W 29-27
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4PHI,
L 25-31
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5@SEA,
W 38-35
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6SF,
W 30-19
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7@DET,
L 9-24
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8@NO,
W 23-3
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10NE,
L 23-28
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11@BUF,
L 32-44
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12@LAR,
L 7-34
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13ARI,
W 20-17
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14NO,
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15ATL,
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16@CAR,
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17@MIA,
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18CAR,
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