Impact 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.
JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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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.
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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.
Impact 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 limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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.
Impact 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.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Moving to cornerback Johnson will shift back to cornerback, Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Johnson has been the starting 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 with Terrance Mitchell and Desmond King, as the Texans continue to work through their secondary issues.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lonnie Johnson Jr. moves from safety to cornerback Houston Texans Head Coach David Culley confirms that the third-year defensive back had switched positions for the rest of the season.
NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
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Another pick Johnson recorded nine tackles and one interception in Sunday's 31-5 loss to the Cardinals.
Impact 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.
OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gets another INT Johnson recorded four tackles, an interception and pass defended in Sunday's 25-22 loss to the Patriots.
Impact Johnson's interception was his second in as many weeks and were the first two of his career. The former second round selection and third-year pro continues to play a major role on the Texans defense after moving to a more full-time position towards the end of last season. Johnson will try to keep his interception steak going in Week 6 against the Colts.
OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lonnie Johnson Jr. picks off QB Mac Jones for an interception in back-to-back games Houston Texans DB Lonnie Johnson Jr. picked off New England Patriots QB Mac Jones early on the opening drive of the third quarter on Sunday.
OCTOBER 10, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Jonnu Smith makes 24-yard grab despite personal foul from Lonnie Johnson Jr. New England Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith makes 24-yard grab despite personal foul from Lonnie Johnson Jr.
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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.
Impact 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.
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Lonnie Johnson Jr. corrals Josh Allen's misfire for early INT Houston Texans cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. intercepts Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen's misfired pass early in the game.
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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.
Impact 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.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Limited in practice Wednesday Johnson (thigh) was listed as a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
Impact 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.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Johnson (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Jaguars.
Impact 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.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Back at practice Johnson (leg) returned to practice Monday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact 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.
AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers minor injury Saturday Johnson suffered a minor leg injury during Saturday's preseason contest against the Buccaneers, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact 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.
AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starters, roster deadline, Lonnie Johnson Jr. & more ' Dear Drew Drew Dougherty of Texans TV answered fan questions about starters vs. Tampa Bay, Lonnie Johnson, and the final roster cut.
AUGUST 24, 2021 • HOUSTONTEXANS.COM
Can't-Miss Play: Lonnie Johnson Jr. is a blur on 53-YARD pick-six Can't-Miss Play: Houston Texans cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. is a blur on 53-YARD pick-six.
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Back at practice Johnson (undisclosed) was activated from NFI list Tuesday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact 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.
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