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Pride Of Detroit fantasy football takes on Juwan Johnson
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All Pride Of Detroit insights about Juwan Johnson
NegativeUsageSep 12, 2026
Saints tight end Juwan Johnson was Tyler Shough's leading slot target with 28 targets during Shough's nine-game starting stretch (Weeks 9-18) last season. Johnson will be a key part of the Saints' fast-paced offense that averaged just 27 seconds between snaps and frequently attacked the slot.NegativeRoleSep 11, 2026
Saints TE serving as security blanket for Shough in 2026 season. Produced 77 catches and 889 yards in 2025, providing reliable target volume. Source notes Shough will rely on Johnson and Chris Olave as established weapons while first-round pick Jordan Tyson is sidelined to start year and receiving corps remains extremely young.PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026
Dan Campbell, who was Johnson's position coach before joining the Lions, praised him extensively: 'He's a big skilled player, a mismatch player. The things where he stays on the move keep him vertical. He's got range, he's got length, he can track the ball.' Campbell noted Johnson has developed into a receiving threat as a tight end slot, fulfilling the vision Campbell had for him early in his career. Campbell also identified Johnson as part of the Saints' offensive potency alongside Olave and Etienne.PositiveUsageSep 10, 2026
Coming off a career year; expected to be primary tight end option in Week 1 with ability to extend drives with YAC abilities; positioned as key pass-catcher in Saints offense with Kamara and Tyson out.PositiveRoleSep 10, 2026
Saints tight end Juwan Johnson is highlighted as one of the exciting skill players in the Saints' offense heading into the Week 1 matchup against Detroit.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Johnson had a career season in 2025 with 889 yards and three touchdowns on 77 catches. The source notes the Saints will rely on tight ends alongside Olave to provide depth in the passing game in 2026.