KEAGAN JOHNSON NEWS

Big day in win Johnson tallied six receptions (on nine targets) for 158 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 40-35 victory over UNLV.

Impact It was a strong bounce-back performance from Johnson, who totaled just 51 yards on eight receptions in his previous two games, highlighted by an 80-yard touchdown grab late in the first half. Overall, Johnson's brought in 43 of 69 targets for 555 yards and three touchdowns across eight games this season.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

D.J. McKinney scores last for New Mexico in wild 40-35 win over UNLV

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NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Held in check Saturday Johnson accrued three receptions (on five targets) for 25 yards during Saturday's 33-14 win over Utah State.

Impact Johnson's seen a dip in production of late, totaling just 51 yards on eight receptions in his last two games. Overall, the senior wideout's brought in 37 of 60 targets for 397 yards and two touchdowns through seven games this season. Johnson will look to get back on track next week at UNLV.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet day in win Johnson tallied five receptions (on nine targets) for 26 yards during Saturday's 24-22 win over Nevada.

Impact Johnson continues to see steady volume in the Lobos offense, as he was the only receiver to log a catch Saturday, though he wasn't able to do much in the victory, averaging just 5.2 yards per reception. Still, the senior Johnson has put together a strong campaign overall thus far, totalling 34 receptions (on 55 targets) for 372 yards and two touchdowns.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hauls in late score Johnson reeled in 5 of 13 targets for 38 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 41-25 defeat to Boise State.

Impact While Johnson saw double-digit carries for the second straight game, the senior wideout failed to get much going until he eventually salvaged his day with a four-yard touchdown late in the final quarter. When healthy, Johnson has proven to be one of New Mexico's primary weapons on offense. He's totaled 29 receptions (on 45 targets) for 346 yards and two touchdowns across five games this season.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Maddux Madsen, Sire Gaines spark Boise State to 41-25 victory over New Mexico

Maddux Madsen threw two touchdown passes, Sire Gaines ran for two scores and Boise State pulled away with a 21-point fourth quarter to beat New Mexico 41-25

OCTOBER 12 • Associated Press

Sees 14 targets Friday Johnson caught 11 of 14 targets for 145 yards during Friday's 35-28 defeat to San Jose State.

Impact Johnson was a major focal point of the Lobos' offense Friday, as he ultimately led the team in all major receiving categories, with no other wideout logging more than four receptions. After he was limited by an injury earlier in the year, Johnson has now topped 100 yards in back-to-back games, totaling 16 receptions (on 21 targets) for 262 yards and a touchdown in that span.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Big day in return Johnson reeled in 5 of 7 targets for 117 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 38-20 victory over New Mexico State.

Impact After missing New Mexico's previous game with an injury, Johnson stepped back into the number-one receiver role in his return, topping 100 yards while hauling in his first touchdown, a 41-yard snag that helped seal the Lobos' victory in the fourth quarter. Johnson is expected to play a major role in New Mexico's offense this year after totaling 586 yards on 53 receptions in two seasons at Kansas State.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared Johnson (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's game against New Mexico State, Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal reports.

Impact Johnson was considered likely to return in Week 5, and he'll officially be back in action for the contest. Johnson caught eight of 10 targets for 46 yards in two games this season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return after bye Johnson (undisclosed) is expected to be available for the Lobos' Week 5 game against New Mexico State, Sean Reider of the Albuquerque Journal reports.

Impact Johnson was unavailable for New Mexico's Week 3 game win over UCLA due to an undisclosed injury. He's on track to return in Week 5 following the Lobos' bye week. The wideout has caught eight of 10 targets for 46 yards and zero touchdowns in two games this season.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Friday Johnson (undisclosed) is out for Friday's game against UCLA.

Impact The nature of the injury is uncertain, but losing Johnson is a huge blow for New Mexico's passing attack since he's the team's best receiver by a wide margin. His absence will open the door for players such as Isaiah Blair, Shawn Miller and maybe Xavier Van to see more targets. Johnson's next chance to play will come against New Mexico State on Saturday, Sep. 27 after the bye week.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Targeted often in loss Johnson gathered in 7 of 9 targets for 38 yards during Saturday's 34-17 defeat versus Michigan.

Impact While Johnson wasn't able to turn his volume into production Saturday, it does appear that he'll be a main feature in the Lobos' offense this season as the number-one wideout. Johnson joined New Mexico after logging 29 receptions for 359 yards and a touchdown with Kansas last year.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to New Mexico Johnson signed with New Mexico on Saturday.

Impact Johnson joins the Lobos after spending a pair of seasons at Kansas State. During his time in Kansas, Johnson accumulated 53 receptions for 586 yards and three touchdowns across 20 games.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving Wildcats' program Johnson will enter the transfer portal, he announced via his personal X account.

Impact Johnson reeled in 29 catches for 359 yards and one score this season with Kansas State, but that wasn't enough production to keep him from seeking another school by way of the transfer portal. The junior wideout will have one year of eligibility remaining.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Going through warm-ups Johnson (undisclosed) is going through warmups for Kansas State, Drew Galloway of On3.com reports.

Impact Johnson was seen partaking in warmups ahead of Kansas State's tilt with Cincinnati. The wideout was reported earlier this week to be progressing in practice, and he appears to be on the verge of playing for the Wildcats.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Making strides in practice Johnson is progressing in practice towards a return to action, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Johnson reportedly injured himself during pregame warm-ups ahead of Kansas State's loss to Arizona State, causing his absence from that game. He was absent from practice on Monday, but appears to have returned. The wideout's status remains in question for Saturday against Cincinnati, but this is a good sign overall for his availability down the stretch.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Johnson (undisclosed) isn't practicing for Kansas State at the moment, Kellis Robinett of The Wichita Eagle reports.

Impact Johnson missed last week against Arizona State, and his status remains in question for Saturday against Cincinnati. The wideout has 27 catches for 340 yards and a score this fall. Johnson reportedly appears to be doubtful, although he hasn't been officially ruled out.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Saturday Johnson (undisclosed) did not play in Kansas State's 24-14 loss to Arizona State on Saturday.

Impact Johnson was held out of Saturday's contest with an undisclosed injury, marking his first missed game of the season. The junior receiver was a late addition to the injury report coming off his best game of the year against Houston, in which he recorded six catches for 78 yards and his first score of the season. Johnson will hope to make his return when the Wildcats host Cincinnati this coming Saturday.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ten targets in back-to-back games Johnson compiled six receptions (on 10 targets) for 76 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 24-19 defeat against Houston.

Impact Johnson has now recorded 10 targets in back-to-back games. With those increased opportunities, he's nabbed a combined 10 catches for 133 yards and a touchdown versus Kansas and Houston. On the season, he has 27 catches (on 41 targets) for 340 yards and a touchdown. He's a player worth watching as Kansas State finishes out their regular season schedule. They're off next week before hosting Arizona State.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit targets for first time Johnson reeled in 4 of 10 targets for 57 yards during Saturday's 29-27 victory over Kansas.

Impact Johnson logged double-digit targets for the first time this season. His previous high was six targets against Oklahoma State in Week 5. Teammate Jayce Brown led the way for Kansas State with 98 receiving yards, but it's worth noting that QB Avery Johnson is getting more comfortable with his top targets and throwing the ball more over the last month of the season. Kansas State will play at Houston next week.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trio of catches against WVU Johnson gathered in 3 of 4 targets for 46 yards during Saturday's 45-18 win versus West Virginia.

Impact Johnson recorded at least three catches for the third time in his last four games. Against Colorado in Week 7, it was the first time all year that Johnson did not record any catches and was not targeted. Kansas State will play Kansas next week.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four catches in back-to-back games Johnson notched four receptions (on six targets) for 52 yards during Saturday's 42-20 victory against Oklahoma State.

Impact Johnson hauled in four catches for his second consecutive game. Through five contests, he has 14 catches (on 18 targets) for 161 yards. Kansas State is on a bye next week before playing at Colorado.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four catches in loss at BYU Johnson accrued four receptions (on five targets) for 30 yards during Saturday's 38-9 loss against Brigham Young.

Impact Johnson received a season-high five targets as Kansas State was never really in the game against the Cougars. Kansas State failed to record a touchdown for the first time since 2020. Johnson has had a limited impact on the 2024 season with 10 catches (on 12 targets) for 109 yards. Kansas State will play Oklahoma State next week.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three Grabs at Tulane Johnson reeled in all three targets for 51 yards during Saturday's 34-27 victory versus Tulane.

Impact Johnson was the Wildcats' leading wide receiver at Tulane. Running back DJ Giddens was the most productive receiver overall with four grabs for 63 yards and a touchdown. With a dual-threat quarterback and a couple of capable running backs, it's going to be tough to depend on one of their receivers each week. Kansas State will host Arizona on Friday Night.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iowa transfer Keagan Johnson is helping K-State unlock its full potential on offense “The success that he had last week was only scratching the surface of what he can do.”

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM