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3mo ago

Ravens Reclaim Diontae Johnson in Move to Secure Draft Compensatory Pick

The wide receiver, who was waived by the Texans, will not rejoin Baltimore’s roster until after the Super Bowl and is expected to become a free agent.

Overview

  • The Baltimore Ravens claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers from the Houston Texans on Wednesday, weeks after previously releasing him.
  • Johnson is ineligible to play in the postseason and will not officially join the Ravens' roster until February 10, the day after the Super Bowl.
  • The move is seen as procedural, with Baltimore aiming to secure a compensatory draft pick in 2026 if Johnson signs with another team as an unrestricted free agent.
  • Johnson has been released by four teams in the past year, including the Steelers, Panthers, Ravens, and Texans, due to reported behavioral and performance issues.
  • Despite his tumultuous year, Johnson was a Pro Bowler in 2021 and has career totals of 424 catches, 4,738 yards, and 28 touchdowns since being drafted in 2019.