DARRYL JOHNSON NEWS

Tries out with Pittsburgh Johnson (undisclosed) tried out with the Steelers on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Johnson has seemingly recovered from an undisclosed injury that led to his release from San Francisco's injured reserve in August. The 26-year-old logged just one tackle in three games for Detroit last season and will look to catch on with the Steelers.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 7, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Won't return in 2022 Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Johnson underwent foot surgery and will miss the remainder of the season, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson has been sidelined on IR since suffering a stress fracture in his ankle Week 4 against Detroit. While the specifics of his foot surgery are still unclear, the 25-year-old will now turn his focus toward recovering ahead of the 2023 campaign. As a result, veteran Bruce Irvin should continue playing a prominent role behind linebacker Darrell Taylor for the remainder of the season.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return from IR in Week 9 Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Johnson (ankle) will not be designated to return to practice Week 9 but he could be close to coming off IR, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 S...

Impact Carroll added that he was hoping Johnson would be able to practice again heading into Sunday's game against Arizona, though Seattle's training staff ultimately disallowed this. The fourth-year cornerback suffered a stress fracture in his ankle during a Week 4 win over Detroit and was subsequently placed on IR. Johnson tallied four tackles while playing 47 of his 109 total snaps on defense over the first four games of the season.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on IR Johnson (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Friday, Curtis Crabtree of Fox 13 Seattle reports.

Impact Johnson suffered a serious injury against the Lions on Sunday, which coach Pete Carroll termed a stress fracture. He'll now be forced to miss Seattle's next four games, making him first eligible to return in Week 9 against Arizona. Johnson served primarily on special teams but was also a situational pass rusher for the Seahawks' defensive unit prior to going down.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers significant injury Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Monday that Johnson (ankle) suffered a serious injury and is going to miss some time, Liz Mathews of USA Today reports.

Impact Carroll noted that he doesn't know the specifics of Johnson's injury, but the head coach added, "I do think it's a stress fracture kind of thing that he is dealing with. That's somewhat of a significant injury." The linebacker was claimed off waivers by Seattle when Shelby Harris was sidelined with a lower-body injury and garnered a solid depth role, but it appears like he'll be sidelined for a few weeks and may even end up on IR.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks LB Darryl Johnson Has "Somewhat Of A Significant" Foot Injury Injury updates from Seahawks coach Pete Carroll a day after his team’s Week 4 win in Detroit.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Forced out Sunday Johnson (ankle) is ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Johnson did not record a tackle before exiting with an ankle injury at some point during the Seahawks' Week 4 contest. While the exact nature and severity of this issue are still unclear, the backup linebacker's next chance to play will come against New Orleans on Oct. 9.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Boye Mafe, Darryl Johnson Poised For Expanded Roles on Struggling Seahawks' Defense With Darrell Taylor not meeting high expectations and proving vulnerable as a run defender, Seattle will likely switch up its edge rushing r...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Boye Mafe, Darryl Johnson Poised For Expanded Roles on Struggling Seahawks' Defense With Darrell Taylor not meeting high expectations and proving vulnerable as a run defender, Seattle will likely switch up its edge rushing r...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Seahawks Darryl Johnson Looks To Make Lasting Impact With Fresh Start in Seattle Seattle Seahawks linebacker Darryl Johnson looks to make impact as he continues to pave the way for HBCU football players.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Darryl Johnson Says He "Will Do Whatever It Takes" To Compete For His New Team .mp4

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Cleared to return Johnson (undisclosed) has cleared the NFL's health and safety protocols and is set to return to practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Panthers placed Johnson on their reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of last week's loss to the Saints. Barring any setbacks, he is available to return to his usual role of providing depth at defensive end.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on COVID-19 list The Panthers placed Johnson (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Johnson was activated to the Panthers' 53-man roster in early December but hasn't appeared in any games since then. It's not yet clear whether he's tested positive for COVID-19, but his status shouldn't significantly impact the Panthers' defensive rotation.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to active roster Johnson (hamstring) was activated to the 53-man roster Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Johnson was designated to return from IR on Nov. 17, so the Panthers used every bit of their 21-day window to get him activated. Johnson hasn't suited up since Week 4, but he'll look to Sunday's game against the Falcons where he'll likely serve as a rotational piece along the Panthers' defensive line.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to practice The Panthers have designated Johnson (hamstring) to return from IR, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson hasn't played since Week 4 due to a hamstring injury. The Panthers will now have 21 days to evaluate Johnson at practice, and once back in action, he stands to handle a depth role.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to IR Johnson (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Johnson was already set to miss his third straight game with the issue. He's only played 10 snaps all season, so the Panthers will make do with their other depth options on their defensive line.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Johnson (hamstring) won't play in the Panthers' Week 8 contest with the Falcons on Sunday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson has only played in two games so far this season for the Panthers and only recorded 10 total defensive snaps in those games. With the defensive end out Sunday, expect Marquis Haynes to see extended snaps against the Falcons. Johnson's next chance to return to the field will be in Week 9 against the Patriots.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt to Carolina The Bills traded Johnson to the Panthers in exchange for a 2022 sixth-round draft pick Monday.

Impact Johnson handled a depth role across 31 appearances with the Bills in his first two NFL seasons, and he stands to handle a similar gig in Carolina. Through 15 games in 2020, Johnson notched 14 total tackles and one sack while also regularly contributing on special teams.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bills relieve logjam at DE, trade Darryl Johnson to Panthers

The Buffalo Bills relieved a logjam at defensive end by trading Darryl Johnson to the Carolina Panthers

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bills trade DE Darryl Johnson to Panthers for sixth-round pick He played in 31 games for the Bills the past two years, tallying two sacks, five QB hits and 29 total tackles during that span.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Buffalo Bills on the bubble: What they're saying about Jake Kumerow, Darryl Johnson, Efe Obada, more Some players for roster spots have been standing out in practice or receiving high praise from the coaching staff.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • SYRACUSE.COM

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

Impact Johnson's knee injury kept him from suiting up for Buffalo's win over Baltimore in the divisional round last weekend, but he now looks ready to return to action. Expect him to fill a small rotational role along the Buffalo defensive line in Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs.

JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bills vs. Ravens inactives: Darryl Johnson out, Trent Murphy set to play The Bills and Ravens will face-off at 8:15 on Saturday night with the winner advancing to the AFC Championship game.

JANUARY 17, 2021 • SYRACUSE.COM

Inactive for Saturday Johnson (knee) is listed as inactive for Saturday evening's divisional-round matchup against the Ravens.

Impact Johnson's been dealing with a knee issue for quite some time, and after missing every practice this week, the second-year pro will not suit up Saturday. His depth duties on the defensive line will likely be covered by Trent Murphy and A.J. Epenesa.

JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE