JAYLON JOHNSON NEWS

Makeshift Bears defense holds up vs. Browns Roquan Smith was a surprise scratch and Robert Quinn, Eddie Jackson and Jaylon Johnson also did not play. But Justin Jones, Kindle Vildor, K...

AUGUST 28, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM

Jaylon Johnson and Bears Defense Do the Gloating The first day of padded practice left the offense looking around for answers and some defenders, particularly Jaylon Johnson, had no problem...

AUGUST 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Preparing for new defensive system Johnson expects to maintain his execution and approach despite the Bears being expected to play much more zone defense under coach Matt Eberflus, the Bears official site reports.

Impact After playing as part of a secondary that struggled in each of Johnson's first two years with Chicago, the team added rookies Jaquan Brisker and Kyler Gordon, which could raise the level of play across the defense. After averaging four tackles as a rookie, Johnson averaged just three tackles last year. If his rookie teammates play well immediately, Johnson could see a spike in IDP production in the new defensive scheme that often allows the defensive backs to play aggressively when all of the players can master their responsibilities.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Changes under new coach Matt Eberflus hit Bears defense

Personnel, position change and even weight loss have been some of the changes to affect the Chicago Bears defense since the start of spring work in organized team activities during...

MAY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bears try to prove they can support QB Justin Fields

The Chicago Bears have brought in numerous new faces on offense, but none of the most expensive free agents and they used their second-round draft picks for defensive help, so at o...

MAY 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Meager output in season finale Johnson tallied two stops in the Bears' 31-17 Week 18 loss to the Vikings, and he ended the season with 46 tackles, an interception and nine passes defensed.

Impact Johnson made a slight increase on his tackle total from his rookie season, though he has just one interception over his first two years in the league. But as a full-time starter, he should continue to post solid tackle totals with the hope that the interception numbers will go up. He'll go into the third year of his four-year rookie deal in 2022, likely as the No. 1 corner for the Bears.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from COVID-19 list Johnson was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

Impact Johnson was one of five Chicago players who were removed from the league's health and safety protocols Monday. The 22-year-old quarterback is expected to assume his usual starting spot on the outside when the Bears face the Giants in Week 17.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on COVID-19 list Johnson has landed on the reserve COVID-19 list, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.

Impact Losing Johnson for any length of time represents a hit to Chicago's defensive scheme, as he's played more than 90 percent of the defensive snaps in every game this season. His absence means the team's secondary figures to be depleted heading into Week 15 action since several other members of it are also on the COVID-19 list.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nagy not saying who Bears' starting QB will be against Lions

Bears coach Matt Nagy was not ready to say who the starting quarterback will be when Chicago hosts the Detroit Lions

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Intercepts pass Johnson intercepted a pass while adding two tackles in the Bears' 20-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact After failing to intercept a pass in his rookie season, it only took Johnson two games to get his first pick of 2021. As the Bears' top cornerback, he has a great chance to increase his tackle total from the 44 he recorded last year, and he could be a solid fantasy option in leagues that require cornerbacks to be rostered.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Schrager Cheat Sheet: Patrick Mahomes, Kyle Pitts, others to watch in Week 1

Who will win the Chiefs-Browns matchup? Who are the rookies to watch? Peter Schrager has answers with his Week 1 Cheat Sheet.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

No surgery needed Johnson's shoulder injury didn't require surgery during the offseason.

Impact Johnson , who missed the final four games of the 2020 campaign due to his shoulder issue, posted 44 tackles (34 solo) and 15 pass breakups during his 13 regular-season games in a starting role. Now that the 21-year-old has moved past his injury, he should return to his usual cornerback role in the Bears' secondary.

MARCH 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Sunday Johnson (shoulder) is listed as inactive for Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Saints.

Impact After missing the past three matchups due to a shoulder injury, Johnson began practicing as a limited participant, but it's confirmed he will not suit up once again. Kindle Vildor will likely take over Johnson's cornerback duties, opposite of Kyle Fuller.

JANUARY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bears LB Smith, WR Mooney questionable for playoff vs Saints

The Chicago Bears might have to get by without some important players in their wild-card game against the New Orleans Saints

JANUARY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Draws questionable tag Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Saints.

Impact Johnson ended the regular season with a trio of missed games, but he managed to practice on a limited basis in each of Chicago's practice sessions this week. With Buster Skrine (concussion) already ruled out to play in New Orleans, it would provide a notable boost for Chicago's secondary if Johnson can suit up and reprise his usual starting role.

JANUARY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Wednesday's session Johnson (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.

Impact Johnson missed the last three games of the regular season but was labeled as day-to-day by coach Matt Nagy on Monday. If the starting cornerback doesn't suffer a setback in practice this week, he should be able to suit up in the wild-card round against the Saints on Sunday.

JANUARY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not dealing with serious injury Coach Matt Nagy said Monday that Johnson (shoulder) is day-to-day, Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson missed the final three games of the season with this injury, but he may return for Sunday's playoff game against the Saints. A better idea of Johnson's progress will be available when the Bears reveal their first practice report of the week Wednesday.

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Strong rookie season Johnson missed the last three games of the regular season with a shoulder injury, and the rookie ended the season with 44 tackles.

Impact Johnson was everything the Bears were hoping he'd be when selecting him in the 2020 draft, and as he goes into the second year of a four-year deal, it's very likely that he could be an emerging star who'll be a coveted IDP option.

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Mahomes watching Chiefs' finale against Chargers

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is inactive for their meaningless regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers

JANUARY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out against Green Bay Johnson (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers, Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Johnson will miss his third consecutive tilt as the Bears' secondary depth continues to be tested with Buster Skrine (concussion also sidelined. Kindle Vildor figures to draw the start at cornerback across from Kyle Fuller.

JANUARY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bears eye playoffs heading into finale with Rodgers, Packers

The Chicago Bears have their sights on the playoffs heading into the finale against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Week 16 Johnson (shoulder) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Larry Mayer of the Bears' official site reports.

Impact Johnson did not practice in any capacity this week, and he will consequently miss a second consecutive game. With Buster Skrine (concussion) also out of commission, the Bears will again be short-handed at cornerback.

DECEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell Trubisky, Bears' offense suddenly thriving

From a place near the bottom of the league in yardage and scoring, the Chicago Bears have made a surge over the past three games on offense behind quarterback Mitchell Trubisky and...

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Week 15 Johnson (shoulder) won't play in Sunday's divisional matchup against the Vikings, Jason Lieser of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Johnson suffered the injury in last week's win over Houston, and this news isn't surprising, considering he failed to practice at all this week. The absence of the rookie out of Utah will hurt the Bears' secondary, as he's racked up 44 tackles (34 solo) and 15 pass breakups across 13 games this season in a starting role. Kindle Vildor, Xavier Crawford and Duke Shelley are the candidates to start and see increased roles now that Johnson has been ruled out.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Status in question Johnson (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Vikings.

Impact Johnson exited last week's blowout win over the Texans and didn't return due to a shoulder injury. He didn't practice all week, but the Bears are leaving open the possibility that he could tough it out for a critical divisional outing. Buster Skrine (concussion) has already been ruled out. Kindle Vildor or Duke Shelley are the candidates to start if Johnson -- who has started every game this year -- sits out.

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE