Rams sign WR Tyler Johnson
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Might be more than that. Played a fair amount on the Bucs in 2020 and 2021; and that was behind Godwin, Evans and Mr. Nutty (Antonio Brown).
Johnson’s career stats are comparable to Skowronek and better than Atwell’s.
He’s only the second veteran addition (not a re-signing) this entire offseason. Rypien being the other.
El Chapo Jr
Legend
He didn't play at all in 2022 - was on the Houston Texans practice squad for gawd sake for a bit in 2022 before going back to the TB practice squad
And then signed a contract on the Raiders in early 2023 and got dumped
I can't see more than a camp guy
6'1 4.70 40 Time
Overview
Contested-catch warrior who plays the game like a big brother imposing his will on his younger brothers on the playground. Johnson's lack of speed and explosiveness make it hard to create clean catch windows unless he's working against zone. However, he's an absolute rebound champ, using instincts, timing and an impressive knowledge of body control to keep defenders away from the football and make it his own. His production speaks directly to his ball skills and competitiveness, but physical limitations might pigeon-hole him into a role as a zone-beating possession slot with red-zone talent.
Strengths
- Tremendously productive over last three seasons
- Put his name on a long list of school records
- Play strength reminiscent of AJ Brown
- Recognizes acceleration opportunities to play past coverage
- Rare ball skills and instincts as ball-winner
- Basketball background shows when bodying defenders at catch-point
- Defenders catch shoulders, back and hips anywhere on the field
- Diligent in working back to his quarterback
- Uses tracking and stacking to handle deep catches
- Excellent high-point timing and mid-air adjustments
Weaknesses
- Tight hips limit agility to elude press
- Lacks leaping ability and arm length for desired catch radius
- Top-end speed falls below the NFL mark
- Unable to find second gear to run under throws
- Route work doesn't throw defender off the scent
- Below average foot quickness to cross-up corners at route stem
- Disappointing separation burst out of breaks
- Has had issues fighting the football into the middle of the field
- Physical after the catch, but not very elusive
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He was very busy! The man had things to do!!!
Seriously, I’m not saying he makes the 53. Just pointing out that he did play on a Super Bowl Champion in 2020, and a Division winner in 2021; and the Rams are thin everywhere … even at WR.
oldnotdead
Legend
Johnson has the length you want but he's a long strider, i.e. lacking in explosiveness. At Minnesota (college) he had a whole lot of dropped passes. Unless he's changed I see him as a camp body at worse and maybe a PS receiver at best. IMO he simply lacks the explosiveness to separate at the top of the routes. The fact he's bounced around a lot would seem to suggest he hasn't really improved.
Johnson is going to have to make the team as a STs player IMO.
Johnson is going to have to make the team as a STs player IMO.
SeminoleRam
Pro Bowler
Is the rumor true that the Rams just signed WR Tyler Johnson? And, IF it is true does anyone have any information/thoughts on him?
I liked him coming out of college (savvy player with a physical style and strong hands), but he hasn't done much in the NFL.
McCutcheon has some boys gunning for his job this camp. Hoping it pushes him to new heights.
He is a cheaper version of what Allen Robinson is now. Contested catch /possession guy. I think he makes the team unless McCutcheon shows out again.
Loved Tyler Johnson coming out of Minnesota. Let’s see what he can do.
