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The Houston Texans have claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens following the injury of Tank Dell, who suffered a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap. Johnson's tumultuous stint with the Ravens lasted only seven weeks, during which he was suspended for refusing to play in a game and later excused from team activities. Previously, Johnson had a productive season with the Carolina Panthers before being traded to Baltimore.
- Diontae Johnson's move to the Texans comes at a crucial time as they deal with significant injuries at the wide receiver position.
- The Texans are looking to bolster their receiving corps after losing multiple key players to injuries this season.
Diontae Johnson | WR
Pickup
Week 14
1 receptions
1 targets
6 rec yards
0- Johnson has had a rocky season, with limited playtime and a recent suspension.
- He previously had a productive stint with the Panthers before his trade to the Ravens.
Houston Texans
- The Texans are facing depth issues at the wide receiver position after injuries to key players.
- They are hoping Diontae Johnson can provide immediate help as they prepare to face the Ravens.
Baltimore Ravens
- The Ravens' decision to waive Johnson reflects their need to move on from players not fitting into their plans.
- Johnson's brief tenure with the Ravens was marked by controversy and limited contributions.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers traded Johnson to the Ravens after he had a decent start to the season with them.
- Johnson's performance with the Panthers included 30 catches for 257 yards and three touchdowns.
Pittsburgh Steelers
- Johnson was a significant contributor during his time with the Steelers, earning a Pro Bowl nod in 2021.
- His career stats with the Steelers include 391 receptions for 4,363 yards and 25 touchdowns.