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Theo Johnson fantasy football news and podcast insights

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TENYG40 insightsLatest Sep 22, 2026

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson was targeted on the play where Dart suffered his knee injury. Dart drifted backward on third down and jumped while delivering a deep pass to Johnson, who dropped the ball. While airborne, Dart was sandwiched between Rams defenders Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart.

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NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Theo Johnson was the intended target on the play where Jaxson Dart suffered his severe left knee injury, being sandwiched between Rams defenders Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart while throwing to Johnson.

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Theo Johnson was targeted four times but failed to record a reception in Week 2 for the Giants, showing offensive involvement without production; he also recorded one tackle.

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Big Blue View

Johnson was targeted multiple times but failed to connect with Dart, described as 'a recurring theme tonight and in every game'; he was targeted on an incomplete pass and again on a long incomplete pass where Dart was beaten by edge defenders.

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Theo Johnson had an opportunity to secure a Jaxson Dart pass on the play Dart was injured. Johnson did an excellent job high-pointing the football over two defenders, which was very impressive, but unfortunately could not secure the football.

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Big Blue View

Theo Johnson had an opportunity to secure a Jaxson Dart pass on the play Dart was injured. Johnson did an excellent job high-pointing the football over two defenders, which was very impressive, but unfortunately could not secure the football.

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NegativeUsageSep 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Giants tight end who dropped a floater from Jaxson Dart on the play where Dart suffered his feared MCL sprain; the play was a mess before the snap as Malik Nabers looked confused about where to line up.

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NegativeRoleSep 22, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Mentioned as potential target for Jameis Winston replacement; community skeptical. One comment: 'Cmon Jameis, two completions to Theo Johnson asking for much?' followed by 'Lol dude none of these YouTubers know absolutely jack shit about live injuries. Why people even give them attention is beyond me.' Another: '2 completions to Theo means at least 4 perfect spirals straight to his hands.' Implies low confidence in Winston-to-Johnson connection.

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PositiveRoleSep 18, 2026Big Blue View

Giants TE identified by Chris Pflum as part of offense's significant untapped potential; expected to become more involved as a pass catcher alongside Darnell Mooney, Odell Beckham Jr., and running backs, which will make the running game more effective.

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PositiveRoleSep 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Chris Pflum highlights Theo Johnson as having significant untapped potential as a pass catcher for the Giants offense; his increased involvement will make the running game more effective.

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NegativeValueSep 16, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Ranked 39th among tight ends in Justin Boone's rest-of-season trade value chart with a HALFPPR value of 0; no trade value.

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NegativeUsageSep 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Theo Johnson had one catch for nine yards for the Giants in Week 1; limited early-season receiving production suggests he may have a reduced role in New York's passing game.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Johnson had a successful game as part of the receiving corps that recorded zero drops.

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PositiveRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson had a successful game as part of a receiving corps that recorded zero drops.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson is listed as part of the Giants' receiving weapons alongside Nabers, Beckham, Mooney, and Fields; the source notes limited involvement in Week 1 compared to Likely's dominance.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Johnson got 47% snaps and 39% routes, slightly less playing time than FB Patrick Ricard (53% snaps); the source confirms Johnson won't have deep-league value unless Likely misses time, indicating limited fantasy upside in the current role.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Johnson played 47% of snaps and 39% of routes, getting slightly less playing time than FB Patrick Ricard (53% snaps). The source notes this confirms Johnson won't even have deep-league value unless Likely misses time.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Theo Johnson saw limited action in the Giants' tight end rotation in Week 1, finishing with one catch for nine yards as Isaiah Likely dominated the position.

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NegativeUsageSep 14, 2026Big Blue View

Johnson saw limited involvement in Week 1, finishing with one catch for nine yards as Isaiah Likely dominated the tight end role in the Giants' offense.

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NegativeRoleSep 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson handled blocking duties in the Giants' two-tight end sets alongside Chris Manhertz, freeing up Likely to operate as a receiver. His role is primarily as a blocker rather than a pass-catcher in the current offensive scheme.

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NegativeInjurySep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson is banged up heading into the Giants' Week 1 opener against the Cowboys, creating uncertainty around his availability and potential snap count in the season opener.

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PositiveInjurySep 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson was listed on the injury report all week but had full practice participation and is expected to play in Week 1.

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NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026Big Blue View

Giants tight end flashed brilliance in his second season but also had frustrating drops. Johnson will be heavily involved as a pass catcher in the Giants' heavy-set offense and will serve as a secondary blocker against Dallas' lighter-side linebackers, leveraging his size advantage over Caleb Downs and the Cowboys' second level.

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PositiveInjurySep 10, 2026Big Blue View

TE upgraded from non-contact to full participation; practicing without the red non-contact jerseys worn the previous week, indicating shoulder injury is progressing favorably heading into Week 1.

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PositiveInjurySep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Giants TE Theo Johnson (shoulder) was a full participant at practice, indicating his shoulder injury is not limiting his availability for the Cowboys matchup.

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PositiveInjurySep 9, 2026Blogging The Boys

Giants TE Theo Johnson (shoulder) was a full participant at practice, indicating the shoulder injury is not limiting his availability for the Cowboys game.

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PositiveInjurySep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tight end Theo Johnson was a full participant in Wednesday's padded practice despite a shoulder injury, indicating he is healthy and available for the season opener.

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PositiveInjurySep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tight end Theo Johnson (shoulder) was practicing without the red non-contact jersey he wore the previous week, indicating progression in his recovery and likely availability for Week 1.

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NegativeValueSep 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ranked 39th among tight ends in rest-of-season trade value with a value of 11 in half-PPR scoring, placing him in the lowest tier of tight end assets.

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NegativeInjurySep 9, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Theo Johnson is dealing with a shoulder injury that should be monitored for Week 1.

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PositiveRoleSep 7, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

Mentioned as Y tight end in 11 personnel (hand in dirt, blocking role). One detailed comment: 'Theo will likely be the Y TE, line up attached to the O-line with his hand in the dirt in 11 personnel. Isaiah Likely projects to be more of the move (F) TE/slot TE.' Consensus: blocking specialist; minimal fantasy relevance compared to Likely.

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PositiveSleeperSep 3, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Theo Johnson is a talented prospect entering the final year of his contract; he is currently dealing with a minor injury but is a strategic stash candidate to hold in anticipation of a potential move or increased role.

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NegativeProjectionSep 1, 2026Big Blue View

Johnson is a 2024 draft pick who can be viewed as either a promising player who might be a big contributor to the Giants this year, or as an athletic tight end who is a threat to take it all the way after catching a pass but who is also a threat to drop the pass; the source presents this as a Rorschach test of the 2024 draft class.

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PositiveSleeperSep 1, 2026Big Blue View

Ranked 36th overall in Tier V – Sleepers, Part II in the source's final 2026 tight end rankings for Half-point PPR scoring; positioned as a sleeper value play.

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NegativeInjurySep 1, 2026FFin60

Went in non-contact jersey during practice, indicating shoulder injury management but likely available for Week 1.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Big Blue View

The 2024 fourth-round pick is in the role that suits him best as a pass-catching No. 2 tight end, suggesting the Giants have found the optimal fit for his skill set.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The 2024 fourth-round pick is in the role that suits him best as a pass-catching No. 2 tight end, suggesting the Giants have found the optimal position for his skill set.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network

Matt Kelley predicts that Theo Johnson will play more snaps than Isaiah Likely, suggesting he is a slept-on player.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson is projected to make the Giants 53-man roster as one of three tight ends. The source notes he made plays last season with five touchdowns and has size (6-6, 264 pounds) that can't be coached, though he was inconsistent. Coordinator Matt Nagy will work him into the fold.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Johnson is projected to make the Giants' 53-man roster at tight end.

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