Impact Johnson has mostly contributed on special teams this season, a role he'll look to return to in Week 18 against the Rams. That is, if he can clear COVID protocols in time.
JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DONTAE JOHNSON
Enters COVID protocols Johnson (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, as a result of testing positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
49ers have quarterback question headed into season finale
The playoff scenario for the San Francisco 49ers is pretty simpleJANUARY 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dontae Johnson Breaks Up Texans Fourth-Down Pass Attempt 49ers cornerback Dontae Johnson broke up a pass on 4th-and-2 to shut down the Texans drive.
JANUARY 3, 2022 • 49ERS.COM
Set for return Johnson (personal) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against Atlanta.
Impact Johnson missed the team's Week 14 matchup for personal reasons, but he returned to record a full practice Friday. He should be set for a rotational role in San Francisco's secondary, seeing significant time covering Russell Gage and Atlanta's other slot receivers.
DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Johnson (personal) will be out Sunday against the Bengals, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Johnson popped up on the injury report as questionable Saturday, but it is now confirmed he will miss Sunday. With Emmanuel Moseley (ankle) also out, the 49ers will likely be looking to Deommodore Lenoir or Ambry Thomas to help solidify the secondary.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
May miss Sunday Johnson (personal) is questionable for Sunday against the Bengals, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Impact Johnson was looking at a potential starting job with Emmanuel Moseley (ankle) out for Sunday. If Johnson is unable to play, Deommodore Lenior or Ambry Thomas will likely draw the start.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dontae Johnson Recovers Seahawks Fumble During 49ers Goal Line Stand Linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair forced the ball loose from Seahawks tight end Gerald Everett to give the ball back to the 49ers offense.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • 49ERS.COM
49ers endured cornerback rough patch by turning to 'The Barnacle,' Dontae Johnson Cornerback bore the brunt of the 49ers' early-season injuries. To manage, the team leaned on some of its longest-tenured players.
OCTOBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
49ers rookie Trey Lance injures knee in 1st career start
Rookie Trey Lance’s first career start for the San Francisco 49ers featured a bad interception, a couple of promising moments and a knee injury that could sideline him for a week o...OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dontae Johnson Rips the Ball from Chase Edmonds for the Turnover 49ers defensive back Dontae Johnson forced and then recovered a key fumble of Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds.
OCTOBER 10, 2021 • 49ERS.COM
Promoted to active roster Johnson was promoted from the practice squad to the 49ers' active roster Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Impact Johnson has bounced back and forth between San Francisco's roster, practice squad and free agency throughout preseason. He'll serve as a depth role in the secondary after Jason Verrett (knee) was placed on injured reserve.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
49ers RB Raheem Mostert to undergo season-ending surgery
San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert will undergo season-ending surgery on his knee after getting injured in the season openerSEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Released by San Francisco The 49ers released Johnson on Monday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Impact Johnson finds himself a free agent heading into Week 1 of the regular season after a back-and-forth week that involved the 29-year-old being cut, signed and then cut again. He appeared in 14 games for the 49ers last season and registered 23 tackles, three pass deflections and one sack.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Re-signs with San Francisco Johnson (foot) signed a contract with the 49ers on Wednesday.
Impact Johnson was cut loose by the 49ers ahead of Tuesday's roster deadline but quickly re-signed with the team. He should fill a depth role in the secondary while also seeing time on special teams.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
49ers rookie QB Trey Lance's injured finger healing
Rookie quarterback Trey Lance’s injured finger is showing signs of healing, and the San Francisco 49ers are hopeful he will be able to return to practice next weekSEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cam Newton headlines list of NFL players released
Cam Newton followed Mac Jones along the sideline, holding his right hand up, waiting for the rookie quarterback to slap it after the No. 15 overall pick threw a touchdown in a pres...AUGUST 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nursing foot soreness Johnson exited Monday's practice with foot soreness, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but it appears he'll be out of practice for at least a couple days. Johnson had just under two weeks to get healthy before the preseason opener Aug. 14 versus the Chiefs.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Healthy Sanu providing leadership in 2nd stint with 49ers
Mohamed Sanu is thrilled to have a second chance with the San Francisco 49ersAUGUST 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
49ers roster 2021: An under-the-radar Dontae Johnson The 49ers brought back reserve cornerback Dontae Johnson, and his re-signing could be one of those underrated moves heading into 2021. The S...
JULY 8, 2021 • NINERNOISE.COM
49ers roster: Dontae Johnson could see heavy use in 2021 A questionable cornerback depth chart could ultimately force the 49ers to field reserve defensive back Dontae Johnson a lot in 2021. The San...
JUNE 4, 2021 • NINERNOISE.COM
49ers' Dontae Johnson back for more; C.J. Beathard visits Jaguars Cornerback Dontae Johnson is back with the 49ers. Of course he is. Johnson, 29, who has...
MARCH 20, 2021 • SFCHRONICLE.COM
49ers re-sign veteran CB Dontae Johnson Dontae Johnson is back with the San Francisco 49ers.
MARCH 20, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Inks new deal with Niners Johnson re-signed with San Francisco on Friday, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Impact GM John Lynch has made a point of retaining veteran infrastructure in the 49ers' defensive backfield, re-signing cornerbacks Johnson, Jason Verrett and Emmanuel Moseley this week. San Francisco's secondary -- and entire defense, for that matter -- was ravaged by injury in 2020. Johnson provides reliable depth, having made 14 appearances last year while surrendering just one passing TD over 28 coverage targets. The team may further bolster the secondary in April's draft, perhaps with a selection as high as No. 12 overall.
MARCH 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
49ers Re-Sign CB Dontae Johnson The 49ers announced they have re-signed cornerback Dontae Johnson to a one-year deal.
MARCH 20, 2021 • 49ERS.COM
49ers sign free agent WR Trent Sherfield
The San Francisco 49ers signed free agent wide receiver Trent Sherfield to a one-year dealMARCH 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
