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  • Lonnie Johnson
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  • Full go Wednesday

    Johnson (hip) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Johnson was inactive for Carolina's Week 4 loss to the Bengals after sustaining a hip injury the week prior, but following Wednesday's full practice, it appears he's moved past the issue. Expect the 28-year-old to continue serving as a depth piece in the Panthers' secondary as the team travels to Chicago in Week 5.

    Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 4

    Johnson (hip) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.

    Analysis: Johnson played exclusively on special teams through the first three games, so his absence shouldn't impact Carolina's defense. The extent of Johnson's hip injury remains unclear, but he left the Panthers' Week 3 win over the Raiders early and didn't practice during Week 4 prep.

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves game Sunday

    Johnson exited Sunday's 36-22 victory over the Raiders with a groin injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The depth safety did not record a stat before exiting. The safeties ahead of Johnson on the depth chart, Jordan Fuller, Xavier Woods, Jammie Robinson and Nick Scott, are all healthy.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play Sunday

    Johnson (hip) is active Sunday against the Raiders, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was limited in practice this week, but that won't stop him from taking the field in Week 3. The veteran doesn't typically play on defense but is a regular on the Panthers' special teams unit.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves to active roster

    Johnson signed with the Panthers' 53-man roster Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was on Carolina's practice squad to start the season but was elevated from it for Week 1's loss to the Saints. The veteran safety only appeared on special teams for the matchup, which has typically been his role the last two seasons, while playing with the Titans and Saints.

    Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins old squad

    Johnson (knee) agreed to a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Texans on Wednesday, Logan Farlow of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Johnson will return to Houston, where he spent the first three seasons of his career before suiting up for the Titans and Saints the last two years. The 28-year-old appeared in 12 games with New Orleans last season, missing time due to a knee injury and seeing more work on special teams than in the secondary. He'll likely be in line for a similar role with the Texans.

    Published: Wed, Mar 13 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play vs. Falcons

    Johnson (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Falcons, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Johnson did not participate at practice at all during the week, so it comes as no surprise that he won't suit up in Week 18. Rookie fifth-rounder Jordan Howden figures to see increased reps in Johnson's stead.

    Published: Fri, Jan 5 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again for Week 17

    Johnson (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Bucs, Brooke Kirchhofer of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: It will be Johnson's second straight absence. The depth defensive back and special teamer has played in 12 games this season, logging nine tackles (eight solo) and one interception on limited defensive snaps.

    Published: Fri, Dec 29 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sidelined for Week 16

    Johnson (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rams, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was estimated to be a DNP all week in the team's walk-through practices, so this news doesn't necessarily come as a surprise. His absence will be a blow to the Saints' secondary depth, as well as its special teams unit.

    Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts week with DNP

    Johnson (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: The Saints didn't hold an official practice Monday, so Johnson's status is only an estimate; however, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports that the Kentucky product is more week-to-week and his return this season is up in the air. Considering New Orleans is on a short week with a matchup against the Rams on Thursday, it would seem Johnson is unlikely to play, but his participation level Tuesday and Wednesday should offer more insight.

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing Thursday

    Johnson (hamstring) is active for Thursday night's game against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: The backup safety is back after missing two straight games. Johnson has played in four games this season and recorded three tackles, two passes defensed and an interception.

    Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out again

    Johnson (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Sunday's game in Houston, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was unable to participate at practice all week, so this decision is not all that surprising. It will be his second straight game missed while nursing a hamstring injury. The backup safety will now set his sights on a potential return in Week 7 versus the Jaguars.

    Published: Sat, Oct 14 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against New England, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Johnson didn't practice all week after he left the Saints' Week 4 contest against Tampa Bay with a hamstring injury. The 27-year-old plays a rotational role in New Orleans' secondary that will likely be filled by Ugo Amadi and J.T. Gray this coming Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 6 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with injury

    Johnson has departed from Sunday's game against the Buccaneers due to a hamstring injury, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Johnson had been helping fill in at safety with Jordan Howden (finger) out, and he had one pass defended before exiting. While he's out, Johnathan Abram will likely get extra opportunities.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Contributes on special teams

    Johnson recorded one solo tackle in Sunday's 16-15 victory over the Titans.

    Analysis: Johnson did not see the field for any defensive plays, but he did log 24 special teams snaps (86 percent). He will continue to be available to provide depth at cornerback if needed, but it will likely take an injury ahead of him for that opportunity to arise.

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with New Orleans

    Johnson signed a one-year contract with the Saints on Monday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson will provide depth in New Orleans' secondary while also contributing on special teams. The 27-year-old defensive back has appeared in 56 NFL games split between Houston and Tennessee.

    Published: Mon, Mar 20 at 9:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to active roster

    Tennessee activated Johnson (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson missed the minimum four games while on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 10, but he'll presumably return to game action Sunday against the Chargers. He's played primarily on special teams this year, but with Amani Hooker (knee) sidelined, Johnson may see a few extra snaps on defense in Week 15.

    Published: Sat, Dec 17 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return to practice

    Johnson (hamstring) was designated to return from injured reserve Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson has been sidelined for the past four games after being placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury Week 11. The 27-year-old will now have a 21-day window to return to practice before he has to be restored to the active roster, or else he'll shift back to IR for the remainder of the season. Johnson's first chance to play again will come Sunday versus the Chargers.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shifts to IR

    The Titans placed Johnson (hamstring) on injured reserve Thursday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson sustained a hamstring injury during last Sunday's win over the Broncos, and the Titans consequently moved him to injured reserve Thursday. With the 27-year-old in line to miss at least the next four games and fellow safeties Amani Hooker (shoulder), A.J. Moore (ankle) and Josh Thompson (knee) all ruled out for Thursday night's matchup in Green Bay, Josh Kalu and Kevin Byard are slated to handle most of the safety reps in Week 11.

    Published: Thu, Nov 17 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Week 11

    Johnson (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Packers, Turron Davenport of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was unable to return after exiting with a hamstring injury during Sunday's win over the Broncos. The 27-year-old was then sidelined for each practice ahead of Week 11, and his next chance to play will come against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 27. In Johnson's absence, Josh Kalu and Andrew Adams will serve as the Titans' only healthy safeties behind starter Kevin Byard.

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not return

    Johnson (hamstring) is out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered the injury on punt coverage. The fourth-year pro's absence will be a blow to the team's depth at safety, which is already without Amani Hooker (shoulder).

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active against Commanders

    Johnson (illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson landed on the injury report Friday and did not practice due to illness. However, he'll be able to suit up and figures to occupy primarily a special teams role.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Johnson (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Paul Kuharsky of PaulKuharsky.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was unable to participate in Sunday's home opener against the Giants due to a groin injury. The 26-year-old cornerback recorded 55 tackles, six pass breakups and three interceptions with Houston during the 2021 season. Johnson should be able to provide defensive-back depth for Tennessee during Monday's matchup against the Bills if he remains healthy.

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 3:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Sunday

    Johnson (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's season opener against the Giants, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.

    Analysis: Johnson didn't practice all week, so his unavailability doesn't come as a surprise. In his absence, A.J. Moore and Josh Kalu are expected to be the primary backups to Amani Hooker and Kevin Byard.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 11:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers shoulder injury

    Johnson is questionable to return to Saturday's preseason game versus Arizona with a shoulder injury, Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com reports.

    Analysis: The severity of Johnson's injury is unknown, and there's no timetable for his return. Greg Mabin and 2022 second-rounder Roger McCreary should see an increase in opportunities in Tennessee's defensive backfield until Johnson is ready to play again.

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Claimed off waivers

    Johnson was claimed off waivers from the Chiefs on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Johnson had just been acquired by the Chiefs in May after spending his first three seasons with the Texans. The 26-year-old cornerback recorded 55 tackles, six passes defended and three interceptions while starting seven of 14 games with Houston in 2021. Johnson should be able to provide solid depth for the Titans in the secondary.

    Published: Tue, Aug 16 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by Kansas City

    Johnson was waived by the Chiefs on Monday, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was let go by the Chiefs after the team traded a 2024 seventh-round conditional pick to acquire him from the Texans in May. The 26-year-old cornerback registered 55 tackles, six passes defended and three interceptions while starting seven of 14 games with Houston in 2021. Johnson will now pass through waivers, where he should have a good chance to land with a new team in need of defensive back depth this offseason.

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealt to Kansas City

    Johnson was traded to the Chiefs from the Texans on Monday in exchange for a 2024 conditional seventh-round pick, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Johnson was a consistent piece of Houston's secondary over the last three seasons, appearing in 14 or more games in each campaign. He finished with 55 tackles (38 solo) and five passes defensed and picked off three passes in 2021.

    Published: Mon, May 2 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated off reserve/COVID-19 list

    Johnson was activated off of the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Johnson missed each of the Texans' last two contests after testing positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 23. He will return ahead of the team's final game of the season Sunday against the Titans.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins growing reserve/COVID-19 list

    Johnson (quadriceps) tested positive for the coronavirus Thursday and will be placed on the Texans' reserve/COVID-19 list, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Johnson, safety Eric Murray and defensive linemen Roy Lopez and Jordan Jenkins are among the Texans who tested positive Thursday, bringing the organization's total number of players on the reserve/COVID-19 list or practice squad/COVID-19 list up to 22. If vaccinated and asymptomatic of the virus, Johnson will have a chance to come off the list ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers, but he faces a tight timeline to gain clearance. Johnson is also nursing a quad injury, which rendered him a…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to start Sunday

    Johnson is expected to serve as one of the Texans' starting cornerbacks in Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

    Analysis: He'll be entering the starting lineup as a replacement for Terrance Mitchell (reserve/COVID-19 list) at a boundary corner spot. Johnson began the season as a safety for Houston, but he was moved to cornerback in mid-November after losing hold of a starting role at the former position. Despite moving in and out of the lineup this season, Johnson leads the Texans with three interceptions.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 6:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving to cornerback

    Johnson will shift back to cornerback beginning in Week 11, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Johnson has been the starting strong safety for the Texans since Week 4 after Eric Murray was benched. Johnson, a cornerback by trade, has struggled at safety, and despite his three interceptions on the year, will be moved back to his natural position. He will likely be utilized in a rotation with Terrance Mitchell and Desmond King as the team continues to look for the right combination in the secondary.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 8:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another pick

    Johnson recorded nine tackles and one interception in Sunday's 31-5 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Johnson picked off Kyler Murray late in the third quarter with the game well out of hand. He's now recorded three interceptions in his last four games, while also racking up a combined 26 tackles in that span.

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 7:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets another INT

    Johnson recorded four tackles, an interception and pass defended in Sunday's 25-22 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Johnson's interception was his second in as many weeks and of his career overall. The third-year pro continues to play a major role on the Texans' defense after moving to a starting role towards the end of last season. Johnson will try to keep his interception steak going in Week 6 against the Colts.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 6:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Grabs INT in loss

    Johnson recorded eight tackles (five solo), one pass breakup and one interception during Sunday's 40-0 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Johnson intercepted quarterback Josh Allen on the Bills' first offensive play of the contest, but his play did little to create any momentum for the Texans in what quickly turned into a blowout loss. The third-year pro played 100 and 83 percent of defensive snaps in the Texans previous two games.

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absent from injury report

    Johnson (thigh) is not listed on the Texans' injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Analysis: Johnson was limited at Wednesday's practice, but it is now looking like Houston was just erring on the side of caution. Baring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual role providing depth in the secondary.

    Published: Sat, Sep 18 at 7:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in practice Wednesday

    Johnson (thigh) was listed as a limited participant in practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered a thigh injury in the Texans' preseason finale and was forced to miss the season opener against the Jaguars. The defensive back's status for Houston's Week 2 contest against the Browns is considered uncertain. Johnson will likely fill a reserve role for the Texan's secondary when he's back to full strength.

    Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Johnson (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Johnson hasn't practiced all week due to a thigh issue, and the injury will keep him out for the season opener. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to return for the Week 2 contest against the Browns, but he should serve as depth in the Texans' secondary once he's fully healthy.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 7:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Johnson (leg) returned to practice Monday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Johnson suffered a minor leg injury during Saturday's preseason matchup with the Buccaneers. However, his quick return to practice indicates the issue was not serious. The 25-year-old is expected to provide depth in the Texans' secondary this season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 5:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers minor injury Saturday

    Johnson suffered a minor leg injury during Saturday's preseason contest against the Buccaneers, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Johnson and Eric Murray both suffered injuries Saturday, leaving Jonathan Owens as the only healthy strong safety on the Texans' depth chart. Johnson's injury is expected to be minor and shouldn't impact his availability for the season opener Sept. 12. The 25-year-old appeared in all 16 games for Houston last year, registering a career-high 76 tackles.

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Johnson (undisclosed) was activated from NFI list Tuesday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Johnson is one of six safeties on the Texans' roster. After transitioning to the safety position last season, he'll use this camp to continue to compete for reserve reps behind incumbent starter Eric Murray.

    Published: Tue, Aug 3 at 9:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On NFI list

    The Texans placed Johnson on the non-football injury list Wednesday with an unspecified issue, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

    Analysis: Johnson will be sidelined for the start of camp as a result of the transaction. While transitioning from cornerback to safety last season, Johnson appeared in all 16 games and recorded 76 total tackles.

    Published: Wed, Jul 28 at 10:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Transitions to safety in 2020

    Johnson transitioned from cornerback to safety in 2020 and finished with 76 tackles.

    Analysis: Johnson, drafted as a cornerback in the second round of the 2019 draft, successfully transitioned to safety in 2020. He was the team's top-graded safety, per Pro Football Focus. Johnson moved into a full-time role after Justin Reid's season-ending thumb injury in Week 14 and didn't miss a snap over the final three games. Johnson's contract runs through 2022, but his role is unclear pending sweeping changes on a defense that ranked 30th overall in the NFL (24th against the pass).

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 5:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 11 tackles vs. Bengals

    Johnson recorded 11 tackles (six solo) across 76 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Johnson set a new career high for single-game tackles, reaching the double-digit mark for the first time. He also played in 100 percent of the snaps Sunday. Through 15 games this season, Johnson has recorded 72 tackles (55 solo).

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 15

    Johnson (knee) is active for Sunday's game versus the Colts.

    Analysis: Johnson will start at free safety in Sunday's divisional game despite being a late addition to the injury report Friday. The second-year defensive back has accrued 52 tackles through 13 games.

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Late addition to injury report

    Johnson (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Colts, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Johnson made his first appearance on the injury report Friday, as he was listed as a limited participant. If Johnson's ruled out, Jonathan Owens should pick up the excess reps behind starting safeties A.J. Moore and Eric Murray.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Registers eight stops

    Johnson recorded eight tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Johnson played 68 percent of the snaps on defense and notched a new career high for tackles in a game. The second-year defensive back has started in just one game this season, but this is his third straight outing with more than 65 percent of the defensive snaps. Johnson will look to build on this performance in Week 14 against the Bears.

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dials up the blitz

    Johnson had five tackles and two quarterback hits in Sunday's 27-20 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Johnson worked effectively as a blitzer, getting to quarterback Cam Newton twice and forcing him to throw incomplete on a fourth down that sealed the win. The second-year backup safety plays all over the secondary for the Texans and has 32 tackles over 10 games while playing 51 percent of the snaps.

    Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid effort in win

    Johnson made six solo tackles -- one for a loss -- in Sunday's 27-25 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: This was Johnson's second-highest snap share of the year, and he capitalized on the increased reps with a season high in tackles. Johnson's still behind starters Justin Reid and Eric Murray in terms of usage, so he'll be tough to depend on barring an injury to one of those two.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sticking at safety

    Johnson will continue to work at safety despite the injury to cornerback Bradley Roby (knee), Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 2019 second-round pick has been working as Houston's third safety throughout the first half of the season, and interim coach Romeo Crennel said, "We'd be doing the kid a bit of a disservice if we keep bouncing him from position to position. Right now, Lonnie is a safety." Johnson has 20 total tackles through seven games and should continue to play a rotational role at safety even if Roby is sidelined.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expanding role

    Johnson (illness) is expected to have a larger role Week 4 with A.J. Moore (hamstring) landing on injured reserve, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Johnson, who was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, filled in for Moore last Sunday and played a season-high 43 snaps (54 percent) in a loss to the Steelers. He's been the third safety to start the season but will see his role expand against the Cowboys, the league's top-ranked passing offense. Johnson's a big-bodied safety-cornerback, representing a physical prototype at the position, and gives the Texans a larger presence in the secondary than Moore.

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 3:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could have bigger role in 2020

    Johnson finished his rookie season with 41 tackles and seven passes defensed over 14 games in 2019.

    Analysis: Johnson was Houston's second-round draft pick in 2019 and immediately stepped into a significant role. Unfortunately, as a rookie cornerback in the NFL, he did not deliver on the potential of a 54th-overall pick. The Texans believe Johnson will have a good future, per Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com, but he was ranked last at his position by Pro Football Focus. With a few cornerbacks entering free agency or not being brought back, Johnson could move up the depth chart and gain a larger role in 2020,…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 25 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back Week 13

    Johnson (ankle) is expected to play this week against the Patriots, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: Johnson sat out Week 12 against the Colts after injuring his ankle the previous week against the Ravens. The rookie cornerback was a limited participant Wednesday and Thursday but is trending in the right direction.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Thursday

    Johnson (ankle) is ruled out for Thursday's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: After incurring an ankle injury during this past Sunday's loss to the Ravens, Johnson was unable to practice all week and won't suit up for the divisional clash. Bradley Roby (hamstring) is a game-time call, so if he can't go Johnathan Joseph and Gareon Conley figure to start with Vernon Hargreaves and Keion Crossen rotating in.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time decision

    Johnson (foot) is a game-time decision ahead of Thursday's clash with the Colts, Aaron Reiss of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Johnson left Sunday's loss to Baltimore after suffering a foot injury in the third quarter. He did not return. Johnson certainly will need to get some amount of practice reps under his belt if he has any chance of facing the Colts on Thursday.

    Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves game Sunday

    Johnson (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Ravens.

    Analysis: It's unclear how Johnson suffered the injury, but he was forced to leave the game in the third quarter. As long as he's sidelined, look for Gareon Conley and Keion Crossen to see an increase in depth snaps.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clears protocol

    Johnson did not appear on Wednesday's edition of the Week 11 injury report after passing a baseline neurological exam.

    Analysis: Since suffering a concussion during Week 8's win over Oakland, Johnson has passed every phase of the NFL's concussion protocol, resulting in his omission from Wednesday's injury report for Week 11. The 24-year-old cornerback is on track to face Baltimore on Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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