Theo Johnson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Why TE Theo Johnson is Still set for a 2026 Breakout Despite a Crowded Depth Chart Theo Johnson might be behind Isaiah Likely, but a shift in modern offensive schemes ensures the third-year TE remains a massive piece of Big...

JUNE 8 • SI.COM

Giants' best play at OTAs highlights Jaxson Dart, Theo Johnson and Arvell Reese | Sporting News The New York Giants were back on the practice field for the latest session of OTAs on Friday and the play of the day featured Jaxson Dart, T...

MAY 29 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

John Harbaugh is preparing to unleash the NFL's next great unfair advantage John Harbaugh may have just unlocked the perfect role for New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson heading into 2026.

MAY 20 • GMENHQ.COM

Giants must avoid short-sighted decision after splashy free agency signing New York Giants signing Isaiah Likely could reshape the role for Theo Johnson as the tight end room suddenly looks very different.

MARCH 17 • GMENHQ.COM

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MARCH 13 • FOX SPORTS

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How Giants' Isaiah Likely signing makes sense while impacting TE Theo Johnson | Sporting News New York is adding for Jaxson Dart.

MARCH 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Joined by Likely Johnson (illness) faces added target competition after the Giants signed Isaiah Likely to a three-year, $40 million contract Monday, Albert Breer of SI.com reports.

Impact Johnson, a 2024 fourth-round pick, emerged as New York's clear top tight end in 2025 while securing 45 of 74 targets for 528 and five touchdowns across 15 regular-season appearances, but Likely's contract and familiarity with new head coach John Harbaugh make him the favorite to lead the position in pass-catching reps. That said, Johnson figures to remain in a significant role on offense and the Giants made it a priority to re-sign blocking specialist Chris Manhertz prior to the start of free agency. It won't be surprising if New York deploys a heavy rotation at right end during the 2026 season.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inside the Film Room: Theo Johnson Bob Papa and Shaun O'Hara break down the film of tight end Theo Johnson.

JANUARY 28 • GIANTS.COM

Theo Johnson could become the Giants' next great TE if his offseason focus pays off New York Giants tight end Theo Johnson made headlines for the wrong reasons down the stretch of his otherwise promising second NFL campaign....

JANUARY 8 • GMENHQ.COM

Offense? Defense? NFL experience? Giants to cast a wide net in their coaching search

The New York Giants expect to cast a wide net in the search for their next coach

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

TE Theo Johnson on the team's young leaders Tight end Theo Johnson meets with the media after his second season in the NFL.

JANUARY 5 • GIANTS.COM

Joe Schoen is returning as New York Giants general manager

Joe Schoen is returning as general manager of the New York Giants

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Theo Johnson picked the worst possible time to expose Giants' shameless plans New York Giants fans noticed a strange late-week absence that raised eyebrows and added another wrinkle to an already bizarre season finale.

JANUARY 3 • GMENHQ.COM

Out again Johnson (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson didn't practice this week and will now miss a second straight game to close out his second pro season. He played in each of the first 15 games, catching 45 of 74 targets for 528 yards and five touchdowns. Johnson probably did enough to keep his starting job in 2026, but things can always change if the Giants fall in love with a free agent or draft pick.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Thursday's practice Johnson (illness) will not practice Thursday, Evan Barnes of Newsday reports.

Impact Johnson missed Week 17 due to illness and has since sat out back-to-back contests, making his status for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Cowboys legitimately uncertain. He will have one more opportunity to get back on the practice field Friday.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Wednesday Johnson (illness) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson missed New York's win over the Raiders in Week 17 due to an illness that continues to prevent him from taking part in practice. He'll have two more opportunities to resume practicing in at least a limited capacity ahead of the Giants' regular-season finale against the Cowboys on Sunday. If Johnson can't gain clearance to play Week 18, expect Daniel Bellinger and Chris Manhertz to again lead New York's tight end position.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Johnson (illness) won't travel with the Giants for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.

Impact With Johnson having been downgraded to out for the contest, Daniel Bellinger and Chris Manhertz are slated to lead the Giants' Week 17 tight end corps. Johnson's next chance to see game action will arrive in Week 18 when New York faces Dallas at home.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giants, Raiders take NFL's worst records into matchup

The New York Giants face the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, a matchup of 2-13 teams

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Mike Kafka addressed the uncomfortable truth Giants fans see in Theo Johnson The New York Giants found a gem in Theo Johnson, but even gems don't make you a millionaire overnight.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • GMENHQ.COM

Jaxson Dart has his least productive NFL start in the Giants' ninth consecutive loss

Jaxson Dart had by far his fewest passing completions, attempts and yards of his first 10 NFL starts in the New York Giants' loss to Minnesota

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Blanked on two Week 16 targets Johnson didn't catch either of his two targets in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Johnson was a non-factor as Jaxson Dart threw for just 33 yards. Prior to Sunday's goose egg, Johnson had caught at least three passes in eight consecutive games. Johnson will likely be more involved if the Giants turn to a more balanced approach in Week 17 against the Raiders after this run-heavy loss.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

J.J. McCarthy gets injured as the Vikings hand the Giants their ninth loss in a row

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Tip Drill! Byron Murphy Comes Down With Interception Off The Hands Of Theo Johnson New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart's pass is tipped off the hands of tight end Theo Johnson and intercepted by Minnesota Vikings corner...

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

Leading receiver in Week 15 loss Johnson caught three of four targets for 72 yards in Sunday's 29-21 loss to the Commanders.

Impact The second-year tight end led the Giants in receiving yards on the day, as he topped 70 yards for the third time in the last five games. Johnson is quietly having a breakout campaign despite the struggles of the rest of the team, putting together a 45-528-5 line on 72 targets through 14 contests. He'll look to keep rolling in a Week 16 clash with the Vikings.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Dart connects with Theo Johnson for 24-yard gain | Giants vs. Commanders Highlights Tight end Theo Johnson catches a 24-yard pass from quarterback Jaxson Dart.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • GIANTS.COM

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