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Not starting Wednesday Johnson is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Iowa.

Impact Johnson is not starting for the Buckeyes in this contest after doing so in the loss to MSU on Feb. 22. Johnson has mostly played off the bench this season, so his fantasy upside should remain fairly low.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 18 • FOX SPORTS

The Latest On Puff Johnson's Impact For Ohio State Puff Johnson was ruled eligible in the middle of the season and joined the Ohio State basketball team.

FEBRUARY 13 • SCARLETANDGAME.COM

Active for Buckeyes Johnson (undisclosed) is ready to roll for Ohio State's tilt with USC on Wednesday.

Impact Johnson has missed the past two games for the Buckeyes after he made his 2025-26 debut on Jan. 23 and played in three straight games. However, he'll be available once again Wednesday night, and will likely remain in his role as a bench option for Ohio State's frontcourt.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Thursday Johnson (undisclosed) isn't available for Ohio State's clash with Maryland on Thursday.

Impact Johnson missed the first 18 games of the season while battling eligibility issues, but has played in each of the Buckeyes' last three games. However, he finds himself listed as out once again, and it's unclear exactly why at the moment -- whether it's due to the same eligibility issue or an extraneous circumstance. Either way, Ohio State will once again be without the senior forward.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on report anymore Johnson (not injury related) is not on the injury report for Friday's game at Michigan.

Impact Johnson's absence from the injury report means the senior forward should be able to suit up against the Wolverines. Johnson is averaging a career-best 10.2 points per game this season.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Johnson (not injury related) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Johnson was granted eligibility last week, but he has yet to make his debut for the Buckeyes. The veteran forward may need to get up to speed from a physical standpoint before being cleared to play. His next chance to do so will come Friday against Michigan.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. UCLA Johnson (not injury related) is out for Saturday's game against UCLA, according to Adam Jardy of Dispatch.com.

Impact Johnson will be with Ohio State's team either Sunday or Monday, but not quickly enough to join the Buckeyes for their upcoming game against UCLA. After they host UCLA, the Buckeyes are scheduled to play their next game Tuesday against Minnesota.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Temporarily granted eligibility Johnson has received a temporary restraining order against the NCAA that allows him to play for Ohio State this season, per Dan Hope of ElevenWarriors.com.

Impact Back in April, Johnson put his name in the NCAA's transfer portal in an attempt to squeeze out one more year of collegiate eligibility that the organization did not agree that he had available. But with the restraining order, Ohio State's team has been allowed to pick Johnson up and use him, which the Buckeyes will welcome after Brandon Noel (foot) went down with an indefinite injury. In terms of adapting to conference play, Johnson should have no problem, considering he logged 46 games for Penn State before switching up teams.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Puts name in portal Johnson (hand) will enter the transfer portal, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com.

Impact Johnson is coming off a career year with Penn State, averaging 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds. He missed the final 13 games of the season with a hand injury, and currently has no eligibility remaining. However, if an upcoming court ruling grants him one more season, Johnson is an experienced forward with solid shooting ability for talent-needy teams in the portal.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out vs. Badgers Johnson (hand) won't play against Wisconsin in the regular season finale, per the Big Ten injury report.

Impact Given Penn State's high likelihood of missing the Big Ten tournament as well as any additional postseason action (the Nittany Lions currently hold a 15-15 record), this was likely Johnson's last opportunity to suit up in 2024-2025. The guard played his last game of the season on Jan. 15, missing the final 13 contests.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Maryland Johnson (hand) is out for Penn State's game Saturday against Maryland.

Impact Currently for March, Penn State's game schedule begins Saturday. After then, the 2024-25 Nittany Lions' regular season includes one more matchup. Currently, it is scheduled for March 8 at Wisconsin.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another absence Johnson (hand) is out for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Impact Johnson is set to miss an 11th straight game due to a hand injury, and it seems he doesn't have a timetable for a return. His next chance to suit up will come against Maryland on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Saturday Johnson (hand) will not appear in Saturday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Johnson will miss his tenth-straight game as the Nittany Lions face off against the Golden Gophers. The 6-foot-8 senior, who is averaging 10.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 17 starts, will have his next opportunity to return to action against Indiana on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Huskers Johnson (hand) will remain sidelined against Nebraska on Wednesday.

Impact The starting wing has missed eight straight games and will make it nine on Wednesday night. Nick Kern figures to continue to start in his place. Johnson may be shut down for the season at some point in the near future.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Johnson (hand) won't play Saturday against Washington.

Impact It'll be the eighth straight game Johnson's missed with the hand injury. The senior's made 17 starts for Penn State this year, averaging 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds across 23.1 minutes.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Tuesday Johnson (hand) will not appear in Tuesday's game at USC.

Impact Johnson will miss his seventh-straight game as he continues to deal with a hand injury. The 6-foot-8 senior's next opportunity to return will come against Washington on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again vs. UCLA Johnson (hand) is out for Saturday's game at UCLA.

Impact Johnson will miss his sixth straight outing as he nurses a hand injury that he suffered in mid-January. The senior guard's next chance to see the court will be this upcoming Tuesday at USC.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Johnson (hand) isn't listed on Penn State's injury report ahead of the Nittany Lions' clash with Minnesota.

Impact Johnson has missed the past four games for Penn State, but will return Tuesday night. The starting wing, who averages 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds, is a needed addition for the Nittany Lions, who have lost seven of their last eight games.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Johnson (hand) is out for Thurday's matchup against Ohio State, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Johnson will be held out of yet another game for the Nittany Lions, marking his third consecutive missed contest since suffering a hand injury. The 6-foot-8 senior has been an impact player for Penn State in his time on the floor this season, averaging 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds per game across 17 contests. The Nittany Lions have gone 1-2 over their last three games without Johnson and will hope to see the senior wing return to the floor soon, with his next opportunity coming against Minnesota on Tuesday.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Michigan Johnson (hand) is out for Monday's game against Michigan, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Johnson will miss a third consecutive game and doesn't have a clear timetable for his return. His next chance to play will come against Ohio State on Thursday.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again vs. Hawkeyes Johnson (hand) won't play against Iowa, per the Big Ten injury report.

Impact Johnson will now miss his second straight game with a hand injury. The guard, who averages 10.2 points and 4.4 rebounds, in the midst of his most efficient season yet, shooting 54.3 percent from the field. His absence will likely push Nick Kern into the starting five for the Nittany Lions once again.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Monday night Johnson (hand) is out for Penn State's clash with Rutgers.

Impact The starting wing injured his hand in the loss to Michigan State, and will now miss his second game of the season against Rutgers. This is a huge game for both programs, who figure to be fringe NCAA tournament teams at the moment. Johnson's next chance to play will come on Jan. 24 against Iowa.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to locker room with hand issue Johnson has been sent to the locker room and is dealing with a right hand injury, Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Johnson was reportedly in visible pain on the bench before he was sent to the locker room. He had three points and one rebound before he exited the contest.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forces three Ducks' turnovers Johnson provided 15 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists and three steals over 36 minutes during Sunday's 82-81 loss to Oregon.

Impact Johnson closed with 15 points, five rebounds, two assists and three steals during Sunday's loss against the Ducks. The 6-foot-8 senior came back with a vengeance after sitting out against Illinois with an undisclosed injury. Johnson is averaging 10.6 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 16 starts this season.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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