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  Steelers | PIT officially trades Diontae Johnson    Thu Mar 14, 05:50 PM

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was officially traded to the Carolina Panthers Wednesday, March 13, in exchange for CB Donte Jackson and a 2024 sixth-round draft choice. The Panthers will also receive a 2024 seventh-round draft choice in the trade.

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  Panthers | Diontae Johnson officially part of team    Thu Mar 14, 05:47 PM

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was officially acquired by the Carolina Panthers Wednesday, March 13, in exchange for CB Donte Jackson and a 2024 sixth-round draft choice. The Panthers will also receive a 2024 seventh-round draft choice in the trade.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson traded by Steelers    Tue Mar 12, 07:19 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was traded to the Carolina Panthers Tuesday, March 12, in exchange for CB Donte Jackson and the 178th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, according to sources. The Panthers will also receive the 240th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

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  Panthers | Carolina acquire Diontae Johnson    Tue Mar 12, 07:16 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was acquired by the Carolina Panthers Tuesday, March 12, in exchange for CB Donte Jackson and the 178th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, according to sources. The Panthers will also receive the 240th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

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  Steelers | Steelers open to trading Diontae Johnson    Mon Mar 4, 09:42 AM

The Pittsburgh Steelers are open to trading WR Diontae Johnson if the price is right, per sources on Sunday, March 3.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson reaches end zone    Mon Jan 15, 08:06 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught four passes for 48 yards and one touchdown against the Buffalo Bills in the Wild Card playoff game. He was targeted seven times during the game.

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  Steelers | Long score for Diontae Johnson    Sat Jan 6, 09:29 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught four of his five targets for 89 yards, including a 71-yard touchdown, in a 17-10 win over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 18.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson logs 76 yards    Sun Dec 31, 08:52 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught all four of his targets for 76 yards in a 30-23 win over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 17.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson silent in blowout    Sat Dec 23, 07:53 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught two of four targets for 15 yards in a 34-11 win over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 16.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson leads Pittsburgh's passing game    Sat Dec 16, 08:05 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was targeted six times, catching four passes for 62 yards and a score on Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson not on injury report    Thu Dec 14, 04:10 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (knee) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 14, and is not on the injury report for Week 15.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson added to injury report    Wed Dec 13, 04:12 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 13.

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  Steelers | Another TD for Diontae Johnson    Fri Dec 8, 02:06 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson had three receptions for 57 yards and a touchdown versus the New England Patriots on Thursday, Dec. 7. He was targeted seven times.

Footballguys view: The game was already 21-3 by the time Johnson scored. He was the best Steelers skill position play with Mitchell Trubisky and Johnson was still only a modest success. It will be hard to trust any Pittsburgh Steeler player in lineups going forward.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson scores in Week 13    Sun Dec 3, 07:22 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson posted four receptions for 33 yards and a touchdown on five targets in Week 13 against the Arizona Cardinals.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson returns to practice    Fri Dec 1, 06:11 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (illness) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 1, and is not on the injury report for Week 13.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's injury report for Week 13    Fri Dec 1, 03:00 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers DT Montravius Adams (ankle) was limited in practice on Friday, Dec. 1, and is listed as questionable for Week 13 versus the Arizona Cardinals. CB James Pierre (shoulder) was upgraded to limited practice on Friday and is expected to play. QB Kenny Pickett (ankle), WR Allen Robinson (rest, foot), WR Calvin Austin (ankle), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (hamstring), DT Cameron Heyward (rest, groin) and WR Diontae Johnson (illness) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report. CB Patrick Peterson (rest) and OG Isaac Seumalo (rest) were not given a practice designation for a second consecutive day on Friday but are also expected to be available.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's practice report for Thursday    Thu Nov 30, 04:21 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers DT Cameron Heyward (rest, groin), WR Diontae Johnson (illness) and CB James Pierre (shoulder) did not practice on Thursday, Nov. 30. WR Calvin Austin III (ankle) was limited. QB Kenny Pickett (ankle), WR Allen Robinson (rest, foot), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (hamstring) and DT Montravius Adams (ankle) practiced in full. CB Patrick Peterson (rest) and OG Isaac Seumalo (rest) were not given a practice designation.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson does not practice on Thursday    Thu Nov 30, 02:56 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (illness) did not practice on Thursday, Nov. 30.

Footballguys view: We're excited about the Steelers' offense now that they've moved on from OC Matt Canada, and last week there were glimpses of what they could be on that side of the ball. So long as this is not serious, Johnson as WR2 upside if he plays against the Cardinals in Week 13.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson catches four passes    Sun Nov 26, 04:18 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught four passes for 50 yards against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 12. He was targeted eight times during the game.

Footballguys view: Johnson did have one potential touchdown that Mike Tomlin didn't challenge, or it could have been a solid day for him in fantasy leagues. The offense looked more viable this week now that Matt Canada was sent packing, so Johnson is worth a WR3/Flex look against Arizona next week.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson limited to 16 yards    Sun Nov 19, 05:02 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson managed just two grabs for 16 yards on eight targets in Week 11 against the Cleveland Browns.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson expected to play    Fri Nov 17, 04:32 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (thumb) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 17, and is not on the injury report for Week 11.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's Week 11 injury report    Fri Nov 17, 03:38 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers DT Montravius Adams (ankle), S Keanu Neal (rib) and S Minkah Fitzpatrick (hamstring) did not practice all week and have been ruled out for Week 11 versus the Cleveland Browns. TE Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) practiced in full for a second straight day on Friday, Nov. 17, and is listed as questionable. DT Cameron Heyward (groin) was limited for a second straight day on Friday but was removed from the injury report. WR Diontae Johnson (thumb) practiced in full for a second consecutive day on Friday and also no longer appears on the injury report.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson back on field    Thu Nov 16, 05:50 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (thumb) fully participated in practice Thursday, Nov. 16.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's Thursday practice report    Thu Nov 16, 04:13 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers S Keanu Neal (rib), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (hamstring) and DT Montravius Adams (ankle) did not practice on Thursday, Nov. 16. DT Cameron Heyward (groin) was limited. WR Diontae Johnson (thumb) and TE Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) practiced in full. CB Patrick Peterson (rest) and OG Isaac Seumalo (rest) were not given practice designations.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson does not practice    Wed Nov 15, 05:57 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (thumb) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 15.

Footballguys view: Johnson played through this thumb injury on Sunday against the Packers. We'll see what he can do later in the week. The Matt Canada offense is more of a concern for the Steelers' passing game than Johnson's thumb problem is.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson limited to one catch    Sun Nov 12, 05:45 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught one pass for 17 yards against the Green Bay Packers in Week 10. He was targeted four times during the game.

Footballguys view: Johnson was Kenny Pickett's main man since he had come back from a hamstring injury, but the Steelers were able to lean on the running game in this one and Pickett was just a game manager. Johnson missed the first matchup with the Browns. He's a WR3/Flex against them next week.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson fined    Sun Nov 5, 12:19 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson was fined $25,000 by the National Football League for his comments about officiating in Week 8's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson shines on Thursday    Fri Nov 3, 12:34 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson caught seven passes on nine targets for 90 yards and a touchdown in a 20-16 win over the Tennessee Titans in Week 9.

Footballguys view: Johnson is the Steelers #1 receiver and he looks like a strong WR2 in fantasy going forward. His hamstring wasn't a problem after the issue surfaced during practice and the game last week. He'll get a few extra days of rest before next week's game against the Packers.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson back on top    Sun Oct 29, 08:00 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson posted team highs with eight receptions and 85 yards, while posting a game-high 14 targets.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson not on injury report    Fri Oct 27, 04:48 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 27, and is not on the injury report for Week 8.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's Week 8 injury report    Fri Oct 27, 03:26 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers CB James Pierre (ankle) did not practice on Friday, Oct. 27, and is listed as questionable for Week 8 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. CB Levi Wallace (foot) and CB Joey Porter Jr. (calf) were limited in practice for a second consecutive day on Friday and are also listed as questionable. LB T.J. Watt (heel) was also limited in practice on Friday but is expected to play. RB Anthony McFarland (knee), LB Cole Holcomb (ankle), OG Nate Herbig (illness), WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring), DT Cameron Heyward (groin) and DT Larry Ogunjobi (shoulder) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report. OG Isaac Seumalo (rest) and CB Patrick Peterson (rest) were not given a practice designation for a second straight day on Friday but is also expected to be available.

Footballguys view: Johnson being removed from the injury report is a relief after his Week 8 status seemed to be in question following a missed practice yesterday. He's safe to play as a WR3/Flex against the Jaguars.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson back to work on Friday    Fri Oct 27, 12:29 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) took part in individual drills on Friday, Oct. 27, after missing the team's practice on Thursday.

Footballguys view: This puts Johnson on track to play, but there's more risk of him not being as effective or even leaving the game if his hamstring isn't responding well. He said Thursday was not a rest day. He felt tightness in a different spot in his hamstring, but feels fine today.

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  Steelers | No practice for Diontae Johnson    Thu Oct 26, 04:21 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Oct. 26.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson solid in return    Sun Oct 22, 08:09 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) returned from a four-game absence and finished with five receptions on six targets for 79 yards in a 24-17 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson activated from injured reserve    Sat Oct 21, 09:36 AM

The Pittsburgh Steelers activated WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) from the Reserve/Injured list Saturday, Oct. 21.

Footballguys view: This is good news for the Steelers' offense, especially one that is regularly held back by OC Matt Canada. Johnson is a playmaker who QB Kenny Pickett trusts to move the chains. Fantasy GMs should consider Johnson a WR3/flex option.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson not on injury report    Fri Oct 20, 06:31 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 20, and is not on the injury report for Week 7.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh's injury report for Week 7    Fri Oct 20, 04:38 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) did not practice on Friday, Oct. 20, and has been ruled out for Week 7 versus the Los Angeles Rams. CB Patrick Peterson (non-injury) was not given a practice designation for a second straight day on Friday but is expected to be available. P Pressley Harvin III (hamstring), WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring), RB Anthony McFarland (knee), LB Nick Herbig (quad), OT Dan Moore Jr. (knee), OG James Daniels (groin) and LB T.J. Watt (heel) practiced in full on Friday and no longer appear on the injury report.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson a full participant    Thu Oct 19, 05:38 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) fully participated in practice Thursday, Oct. 19.

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  Steelers | Full practice for Diontae Johnson    Wed Oct 18, 06:42 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Oct. 18.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson returns to practice    Mon Oct 16, 11:57 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) was designated to return from the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Oct. 16.

Footballguys view: Johnson has a 21-day window to return to the field. There is a belief that Johnson could be ready for Week 7. Upon his return, and when he's closer to full strength, Johnson has flex appeal for Fantasy GMs out there.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson confident in Week 7 return    Wed Oct 11, 01:13 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) expressed confidence in his ability to return from the Reserve/Injured list in time to play in Week 7 versus the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday, Oct. 10.

Footballguys view: Johnson hasn't played since Week 2 due to this hamstring injury. Upon his return, we'll see how the targets are structured for guys like George Pickens and Allen Robinson. Getting Johnson back should be a boost for the struggling Steelers' offense.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson on IR    Mon Sep 18, 04:20 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Sept. 18.

Footballguys view: Johnson now has to miss the next four games, and he's not eligible to return until Week 7. This will give him plenty of time to recover from a hamstring injury that can linger. The Steelers will turn to George Pickens, Allen Robinson, and Calvin Austin.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson ruled out    Sat Sep 16, 02:32 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) did not practice for the third straight day on Saturday, Sept. 16, and has been ruled out for Week 2.

Footballguys view: George Pickens has a hamstring injury, and his status for Week 2 is up in the air. That means guys like WR Allen Robinson, WR Calvin Austin, and TE Pat Freiermuth could be tasked with doing more against the Browns on Monday night.

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  Steelers | Steelers' final Week 2 injury report    Sat Sep 16, 02:26 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) and RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (knee) did not practice once again on Saturday, Sept. 16, and have been ruled out for Week 2. In addition, WR George Pickens (hamstring) was limited but carries no designation and OL James Daniels (ankle), OL Isaac Seumalo (rest), OL Chukwuma Okorafor (concussion), TE Pat Freiermuth (chest) and DL Larry Ogunjobi (foot) practiced in full and have no status.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson sits again    Fri Sep 15, 05:40 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Sept. 15.

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  Steelers | Pittsburgh practice report for Friday    Fri Sep 15, 03:54 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring), RB Anthony McFarland (knee), DT Larry Ogunjobi (foot) and OG Isaac Seumalo (rest) did not participate in practice on Friday, Sept. 15. OT Chukwuma Okorafor (concussion) and OG James Daniels (ankle) were limited. TE Pat Freiermuth (chest) practiced in full.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson not practicing    Thu Sep 14, 05:29 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) did not practice on Thursday, Sept. 14.

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  Steelers | Steelers' Thursday injury report    Thu Sep 14, 05:23 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) and RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (knee) did not practice on Thursday, Sept. 14. In addition, OL Chukwuma Okorafor (concussion), OL James Daniels (ankle), TE Pat Freiermuth (chest) and DT Larry Ogunjobi (foot) were limited.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson day to day?    Thu Sep 14, 12:14 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) said he's day-to-day with his hamstring injury and that there's no concrete timeline for his return Thursday, Sept. 14.

Footballguys view: Things change quickly around here. This news about Johnson being day-to-day conflicts with an earlier report stating he is expected to miss multiple weeks. We'll see if Johnson can get some work in on Friday (and mainly Saturday) before the Week 2 Monday night matchup against the Browns.

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  Steelers | Diontae Johnson out a few weeks    Tue Sep 12, 10:46 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson (hamstring) is expected to miss a few weeks due to his hamstring injury.

Footballguys view: Johnson is going to miss a few games, and the Steelers are going to adjust their target structure for QB Kenny Pickett. This will include plenty of Allen Robinson and George Pickens going forward. We'll see Calvin Austin get more work as well with Johnson out of action.

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