Paris Johnson Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Sustains injury Week 4 Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur said that Johnson is dealing with a biceps injury after Sunday's 36-24 loss to the Giants, Darren Urban of the team's official sitereports.

Impact Johnson was also seen wearing an arm sling in the postgame locker room Sunday, according to Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic. The 25-year-old started all 43 of his regular-season appearances over the previous three seasons. The starting left tackle will look to get healthy before the Week 5 contest versus Detroit on Sunday, Oct. 11.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

OLB Josh Sweat and OL Paris Johnson Jr. Postgame Media Availability | Week 3 vs. San Francisco 49ers OLB Josh Sweat and OL Paris Johnson Jr. speak with the media in the locker room following the loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 28 • AZCARDINALS.COM

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Paris Johnson Jr. Media Availability | Arizona Cardinals Training Camp | July 24, 2026 OL Paris Johnson Jr. address the media in the locker room at Training Camp on July 26, 2026.

JULY 27 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Activated off PUP list The Cardinals activated Johnson (undisclosed) off the active/PUP list Saturday.

Impact Johnson is healthy again after having spent just two days on the PUP list due to an undisclosed issue. The 25-year-old will once again serve as Arizona's starting left tackle during the upcoming campaign.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor knee issue Johnson, who was placed on the PUP list Thursday, is managing a knee injury that isn't considered serious, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Johnson finished last season on IR due to an MCL injury, and he's not quite ready to participate in training camp. However, coach Matt LeFleur said that the offensive lineman's placement on the physically unable to perform list was "really just maintenance" and indicated that Johnson will "be back before you know it." It sounds like Johnson is expected to be good to go by the beginning of the regular season, and he's slated to be Arizona's starting left tackle.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Beginning camp on PUP list Johnson (undisclosed) was placed on the physically unable to perform list Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Johnson will not be available for the start of training camp. The offensive tackle was unable to finish the 2025 regular season due to a knee issue, and it is unclear whether his current injury is related to last year's recovery process. Johnson had his fifth-year option picked up in April, so regardless of when the tackle is ready, he is set to return to play for the Cardinals through 2027.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Paris Johnson Jr. reveals $40M goal as Arizona Cardinals extension looms One of the NFL’s best young offensive tackles is undoubtedly Arizona Cardinals star Paris Johnson Jr. Since the Cardinals drafted him in 202...

JULY 10 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Cardinals Star Paris Johnson Jr. Sets the Record Straight on $40 Million Quote The Arizona Cardinals hope to get a deal done with Paris Johnson Jr., and the player hopes to clear the air after some hefty reports.

JULY 9 • SI.COM

Paris Johnson Jr. Press Conference: June 9, 2026 Paris Johnson Jr. speaks with the media following minicamp on June 9th.

JUNE 10 • AZCARDINALS.COM

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APRIL 24 • Associated Press

How the Cardinals picking up Paris Johnson's fifth-year option signals their draft plans The Arizona Cardinals might have the least inspiring group of quarterbacks in the NFL heading into the 2026 draft. Jacoby Brissett and Gardn...

APRIL 17 • FANSIDED.COM

Contract option picked up The Cardinals have picked up their fifth-year option on Johnson's contract, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact Per the report, the option calls for just over $19 million for the 2027 season, though it's possible that the Cardinals and the offensive tackle could reach an agreement on an extension before then. The No. 6 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft finished up the 2025 regular season on IR due to a knee issue, but has since had ample time to recover, which puts Johnson on track to be healthy the next time Arizona takes the field.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Paris Johnson Jr. Looking Mobile And Agile As Offseason Work Approaches Tackle's knee healthy in video about workouts

MARCH 26 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Cardinals Can Patch Up Offensive Line With One Signing After Recent Transaction One of the bigger needs for the Arizona Cardinals this offseason is beefing up their offensive line, as aside from Paris Johnson Jr., there...

MARCH 3 • RAISINGZONA.COM

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FEBRUARY 3 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Red Sea Report - Cardinals Coaching Reports, Paris Johnson Reflects, And Playoff Fireworks The Cardinals' search for a new head coach has reportedly added a new name to the mix. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi break down the latest...

JANUARY 20 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Progressing in recovery Johnson told reporters Monday that his knee injury will be fine "in a couple of weeks" and shouldn't impact his offseason training, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact The third-year pro landed on injured reserve in late December after suffering an MCL injury during the Cardinals' Week 14 loss to the Rams. He started in 12 games prior to his injury and should be fully healthy for the start of training camp in July.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to IR The Cardinals moved Johnson (knee) to injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Johnson sustained his MCL injury in the Cardinals' Week 14 loss to the Rams, and the offensive tackle's season has now officially ended. The 2023 first-rounder played the most snaps at tackle for the Cardinals this season, logging 804 total before succumbing to injury.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Johnson (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact The third-year pro from Ohio State didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday and is now in line to miss his third consecutive game due to a sprained MCL. While Johnson remains sidelined Sunday, expect Josh Fryar to start at left tackle.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Johnson (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson has missed the Cardinals' last two games due to an ankle injury. He hasn't been able to practice since sustaining the injury, and he would be a long shot to play against the Bengals on Sunday unless he were to return to practice by Friday. Josh Fryar should remain the starter at left tackle for as long as Johnson is sidelined.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing another week Head coach Jonathan Gannon told reporters Wednesday that Johnson (knee) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Falcons, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The third-year pro from Ohio State is now in line to miss his second game in a row due to a sprained MCL. While Johnson remains sidelined for the Week 16 contest, expect Josh Fryar to start at left tackle.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Week 15 Johnson (knee) has been ruled out for Arizona's matchup versus the Texans on Sunday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Impact Johnson is considered week-to-week after having been diagnosed with a sprained MCL earlier in the week. In his absence, Josh Fryar will likely start at right tackle during Sunday's game. Johnson's next chance to play will be the Week 16 matchup versus the Falcons.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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