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Diontae Johnson Signs One-Year Deal with Cleveland Browns

The former Pro Bowl wide receiver joins the Browns after a tumultuous 2024 season and a free agent visit earlier in the day.

Jan 11, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Diontae Johnson (82) runs the ball after a reception against Los Angeles Chargers defensive back Deane Leonard (33) and safety Derwin Jarnes Jr. (3) during the third quarter in an AFC wild card game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Diontae Johnson has agreed to a one-year contract with the Cleveland Browns following his free agent visit on April 28, 2025.
  • The Browns sought veteran wide receiver help after not drafting any players at the position in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Johnson’s contract, signed post-draft, will not factor into the NFL’s compensatory pick formula.
  • The wide receiver had a challenging 2024 season, playing for the Panthers, Ravens, and Texans, with limited on-field production and off-field issues.
  • Johnson previously spent five successful seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2021.