Diontae Johnson caught two passes for 12 yards on four targets with one first down against the Tennessee Titans in his Houston Texans ‘ debut. He caught a punt return and nearly broke free for a substantial.
Johnson will play on Sunday at Nissan Stadium. Should the Texans pull out to a significant lead, Ryans will probably keep him in for the second half to get him acclimated to the system. While new, the coaching staff has been impressed with Johnson’s attentiveness and work ethic. He’s been a staple in practice under a fresh start in Houston.
HOUSTON – In an encouraging launch to his employment with the Texans, veteran wide receiver Diontae Johnson displayed his trademark ability to create separation and catch the football.
As the Texans finished out their regular season with a win over the Titans, DeMeco Ryans got to see Diontae Johnson in action.
Diontae Johnson wants the NFL world to know who he really is. The new Houston Texans wide receiver isn’t “me first.” Johnson earned that label from fans and analysts after some abrupt fallingouts, most notably with the Baltimore Ravens,
Texans wide receiver Diontae Johnson spoke with the Houston media Monday for the first time since being claimed off waivers last week, and Johnson is looking to contribute in any which way he can as a newcomer.
Diontae Johnson says he's looking forward to a "fresh start" with the Texans after his brief tenure with the Ravens included a team-issued suspension.
Houston Texans wide receiver Diontae Johnson has been with his new team for just a matter of days. But the former Pro Bowler says his journey to Houston has been months in the making. Back in October,
Johnson made his Texans debut after the team claimed him off waivers immediately before the Christmas holiday. He played 22 snaps and is expected to join the group for next Saturday's home playoff game against the Chargers.
HOUSTON – Diontae Johnson has been involved in a crash course, absorbing the Texans’ playbook since joining the AFC South champions a week ago. Now that the veteran wide receivers is getting acclimated to a new locker room and a new offense, he’s made a fast impression on his teammates and coaches.
Diontae Johnson is ready for a fresh start. The former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver spoke to the media about joining the Texans.
Houston Texans' head coach DeMeco Ryans recently gave praise to the team's newest wide receiver, Diontae Johnson.