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Catches five passes Week 5 Johnson reeled in all five targets for 31 yards during Monday's 26-13 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact The tight end got more involved Week 5, establishing season-high marks across the board, including in playing time (78 percent snap share). However, the 6-foot-4 pass catcher was still kept out of the end zone for a fourth game in a row. The Saints' passing game remains focused around Rashid Shaheed, Chris Olave and Alvin Kamara, with few others beyond that trio producing reliably in a given week. The Saints' game plans could change with Derek Carr expected to miss at least a couple weeks with an oblique injury sustained late in Monday's loss, but that may result in a more run-heavy offense that could leave even fewer targets available for Johnson.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back to full participation Johnson (forearm) was a full participant in practice Friday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact Johnson began Week 5 prep with a limited session Thursday, but his upgrade to full participation Friday puts him on track to avoid the injury report for Monday's game against the Chiefs. Foster Moreau has been receiving the majority of playing time at tight end for the Saints, so Johnson will be tough to rely on Monday, despite Kansas City's struggles defending the position.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week limited Johnson (forearm) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice session.

Impact Johnson may have picked up the injury during the Saints' 26-24 loss to the Falcons on Sunday. He'll have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation ahead of Monday's game against the Chiefs. Johnson has caught four passes (on six targets) for 39 yards and one touchdown through four regular-season games.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks catchless streak Johnson caught two of three targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 26-24 loss to the Falcons.

Impact Johnson logged his first targets since the season opener versus Carolina. The 6-foot-4 tight end also would have finished with one more target and catch, as he had a 28-yard catch wiped off the board by an offensive holding penalty early third quarter. The 6-foot-4 tight end looked like a total non-factor and was overshadowed for playing time by Foster Moreau over the last two weeks. But, Johnson played a season-high 67 percent of offensive snaps compared to 57 percent for Moreau in Week 4. Neither Johnson nor Moreau has had a consistent role in the receiving game so far this season, combining for 12 total targets over four games. There's not much reason to expect that their roles will increase during their next game versus Kansas City on Monday, Oct. 7.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Juwan Johnson's 40-yard pick-6 sparks 5-0 Mercer past Wofford 22-3 for third straight SoCon win

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • Associated Press

Zero targets again Week 3 Johnson tallied zero targets during Sunday's 15-12 defeat against Philadelphia.

Impact Johnson was a total non-factor in the passing game for the second week in a row. After catching an impressive toe-tap 16-yard touchdown Week 1, the fifth-year tight end has completely fallen out of receiving rotation. What's worse, he appears to have been supplanted by Foster Moreau for the TE1 role, as the latter logged 40 offensive snaps Sunday compared to 28 for Johnson. The 6-foot-4 Johnson totaled 37 catches (on 59 targets) over 13 regular-season games with starting quarterback Derek Carr. However, it appears the tight end position won't have nearly the same importance in the passing game under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Johnson will look to work his way back into a more consistent role during this coming Sunday's road game against the division-rival Falcons.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Zero targets in blowout win Johnson had zero targets during Sunday's 44-19 win versus the Cowboys.

Impact Johnson was not listed as New Orleans' starting tight end for the second game in a row. Instead, Foster Moreau got the start once again despite coming back from a concussion sustained in last week's win over Carolina. Neither tight end logged any targets Sunday, as quarterback Derek Carr attempted just 16 passes while throwing for 243 yards and two touchdowns to one interception. Meanwhile, Taysom Hill logged one target and three carries before exiting with a chest issue that required further evaluation at a hospital postgame. Through two games, Johnson and Moreau have now logged three and four targets, respectively. While it's too soon to make any definitive projections, it appears that tight end may not be a position that's highlighted in the offense of new coordinator Klint Kubiak. It will be worth monitoring if either Johnson or Moreau see more targets during next Sunday's home game against the Eagles.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Zero targets in blowout win Johnson had zero targets during Sunday's 44-19 win versus the Cowboys.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes toe-tap TD grab Sunday Johnson gathered in two of three targets for 26 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 47-10 victory versus the Panthers.

Impact Johnson had one of the standout plays of the game with a 16-yard touchdown reception, catching a perfect pass from quarterback Derek Carr before making a toe-tapping grab in the right corner of the end zone. The 6-foot-4 pass catcher actually wound up with fewer targets and receptions than fellow tight end Foster Moreau, who caught all four of his targets for 43 yards and a touchdown before exiting with a head injury. Johnson totaled 34 more targets despite playing two fewer games than Moreau last season, and the former was assumed to be the TE1 heading into the season opener. The latter's status is also now up in the air for next Sunday's road game versus Dallas. Yet, when Moreau is healthy, it will be worth monitoring how he and Johnson are deployed -- along with Taysom Hill -- under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes toe-tap TD grab Sunday Johnson gathered two of three targets for 26 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 47-10 victory versus the Panthers.

Impact Johnson had one of the standout plays of the game when he made a toe-tapping 16-yard touchdown catch in the right corner of the end zone. The 6-foot-4 pass catcher actually wound up with fewer targets and receptions than fellow tight end Foster Moreau, who caught all four of his targets for 43 yards and a touchdown before exiting with a head injury. Johnson totaled 34 more targets despite playing two fewer games than Moreau last season, and the former was assumed to be the TE1 heading into the season opener. Meanwhile, versatile tight end/quarterback Taysom Hill worked more as a rushing threat out of the backfield Sunday, logging five carries and two targets. Moreau's status is also now up in the air for next Sunday's road game versus Dallas. When he is healthy again, it will be worth monitoring how Moreau, Johnson and Hill are deployed under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to in-game action Johnson failed to haul in his lone target during Sunday's 30-27 preseason finale loss to the Titans.

Impact Johnson did not see extensive playing time Sunday, as he was one of the surefire starters that suited up for the Saints. His return to the playing field was ultimately the most important thing for Johnson after being sidelined for the first two preseason exhibitions while recovering from offseason surgery. Johnson caught 37 of 59 targets for 368 yards across 13 regular-season appearances last year. He'll look to hit the ground running Week 1 against the Panthers.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Playing in preseason finale Johnson will play in the Saints' preseason contest against Tennessee on Sunday, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact Johnson began training camp on the PUP list while continuing to recover from the foot surgery he underwent in June. The tight end was able to return to team drills Thursday and will be able to get in some game reps during New Orleans' final preseason contest Sunday. Johnson likely won't log extensive playing time in the exhibition matchup, but the snaps should help him prepare for the regular season, as he's slated to be the team's No. 1 tight end under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team drills Johnson (foot) participated in team drills during Thursday's practice session, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Johnson was activated from the active/PUP list Tuesday, and he returned to team drills Thursday for the first time since his mid-June foot surgery. It's unclear whether he'll be available for Sunday's preseason finale against Tennessee, but it seems as though he's trending toward suiting up for the Saints' regular-season opener against the Panthers on Sept. 8.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off PUP list The Saints activated Johnson (foot) from the active/PUP list Tuesday, Matthew Paras of The New Orleans Times-Picayunereports.

Impact Johnson has passed his physical and is expected to practice in some capacity Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports. The veteran tight end has missed all of training camp to this point while recovering from mid-June foot surgery. Johnson likely isn't a candidate to get healthy in time for Sunday's preseason finale against the Titans, but he now has just under three weeks left to resume practicing in full ahead of New Orleans' regular-season opener against the Panthers on Sept 8.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted running Johnson (foot) ran on a side field Wednesday, Jeff Nowak of WWLAMN reports.

Impact This is the latest sign of progress, with Johnson apparently upping the intensity of his workouts after reporters spotted him jogging Wednesday. It's unclear if he'll be ready by Week 1, but the quick return to physical activity after mid-June surgery at least suggests his foot injury was relatively minor and not something more serious like a Jones fracture.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows progress with side work Johnson (knee) jogged and worked off to the side during Monday's practice, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Impact Johnson was first spotted at training camp Friday, and while he hasn't progressed to sprinting or anything along those lines, his presence on the field less than a month and a half after foot surgery suggests the rehab process is going well. He seemingly suffered the injury during June minicamp, with reports at the time calling the tight end uncertain for Week 1. That's probably still accurate, as he remains on the physically unable to perform list with six weeks to go until the Saints' season opener against Carolina (Sept. 8).

JULY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Saints right tackle Ryan Ramczyk to miss at least first 4 regular-season games

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JULY 18, 2024 • Associated Press

Lands on PUP list ahead of camp The Saints placed Johnson (foot) on the active/PUP list Thursday, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson remains sidelined while recovering from foot surgery relating to an issue he seemingly suffered during June minicamp. Terrell reports that updates on Johnson's recovery have been positive, but that he's expected to begin camp by working off to the side. Once cleared to practice Johnson will be eligible to come off the PUP list at any point during camp or the preseason, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be ready for Week 1. Foster Moreau and Taysom Hill figure to handle more first-team reps while Johnson is away from the practice field, while Jesper Horsted, Tommy Hudson, Michael Jacobson and Dallin Holker also benefit from increased opportunities.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

RB Alvin Kamara leaves Saints minicamp due to reported contract issues

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JUNE 13, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

RB Alvin Kamara leaves Saints minicamp due to reported contract issues

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JUNE 13, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

On track to play Johnson (chest), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Falcons, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Johnson carries an injury designation into the regular-season finale after he sat out practice Wednesday before closing Week 18 prep with a pair of limited sessions. Though he sustained the chest injury in last week's 23-13 win over the Buccaneers, Johnson was able to return to the contest and finished with his best stat line of the season, as he hauled in eight of 12 targets for 90 yards and a touchdown. Assuming he's officially cleared ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, Johnson could remain a prominent part of the passing attack with receiver Michael Thomas (knee) stuck on injured reserve and with wideout A.T. Perry (illness) and running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) both listed as questionable but uncertain to play.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Johnson (chest) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta, Mike Triplett of NewOrleans.Football reports.

Impact Johnson returned to New Orleans' Week 17 win over Tampa Bay after injuring his chest in the first half, ultimately finishing with season highs for yards (90), targets (12) and catches (eight) while scoring a TD for the third straight game. The Saints listed him as a non-participant Wednesday and then a limited practice participant Thursday and Friday, with Johnson seemingly on the right track to play ahead of Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. Taysom Hill and Foster Moreau will take on more snaps at tight end if Johnson unexpectedly can't go.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Manages limited practice Thursday Johnson (chest) practiced on a limited basis Thursday.

Impact Johnson followed up Wednesday's absence from practice with some activity one day later, signifying progress through his current chest issue. He has one more session Friday to prove his health before the Saints potentially tag him with a designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Falcons. If do-it-all running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) sits out this weekend, an active Johnson could benefit from the trickle-down effect of the former's 6.6 targets per game being freed up.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 3, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

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DECEMBER 22, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

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