Johnson (Achilles) said Monday he'll be fully cleared by the start of training camp, ESPN's Adam Teicher reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson's declaration comes after his 2016 campaign was ended by a ruptured Achilles suffered in Week 14. While that marked the second time in three years that Johnson sustained the same injury, his experience in rehabbing the issue has instilled confidence in his ability to made a quick recovery ahead of this season. Barring a setback, Johnson intends to be fully cleared for training camp, which would represent a considerable boost to the Chiefs defense.

Johnson (Achilles) accepted a pay cut to stay with the Chiefs, ESPN's Field Yates reports.

EDGE Analysis

This move frees up approximately $4.25 million in 2017 cap space for a Chiefs team that doesn't have much wiggle room. The pay cut probably wasn't a tough decision for Johnson, who hopes to be ready for training camp despite rupturing his Achilles in Week 14. He suffered the same injury in Week 1 of 2014 and bounced back to play all 16 games in 2015, but he's now two years older and won't have as much time to recover before the start of the season. If healthy, the 34-year-old projects as one of Kansas City's starting inside linebackers -- as has been the case every season since he was drafted in the first round in 2005.

Johnson (Achilles) is hopeful he will be fully recovered and ready for training camp, KansasCity.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson is two months removed from rupturing his Achilles tendon for the second time in three years. The veteran is determined to go through his rehab, and return in full health for training camp. He recorded 90 tackles (70 solo), one interception, and a sack across 13 games in the 2016 regular season.

Johnson (Achilles) finished the 2016 regular season with 90 tackles (70 solo) one interception and one sack.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson ruptured his Achilles in Week 14 against the Raiders, ultimately shortening his season to just 13 games. The veteran inside linebacker was on pace to easily surpass 100 tackles for the sixth time in the last seven seasons, proving he still has plenty left in the tank in his 12th professional campaign. He should retake his place at the center of the Chiefs defense in the second of a three-year deal with the team in 2017.

Johnson (Achilles) was officially placed on injured reserve Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The Chiefs' all time leading tackler ruptured his Achilles in Week 14's win over the Raiders. This now marks the second time he has had his season end due to an Achilles injury in his career. Either D.J. Alexander or Terrance Smith will presumably replace the veteran at inside linebacker going forward.

Johnson was forced to leave Thursday's win over the Raiders after rupturing his Achilles, Terez A. Paylor of the Kansas City Star reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Andy Reid confirmed Johnsons' injury following the game. The Chiefs' all time leader in tackles will presumably have his season ended for the second time due to an Achilles injury. Either D.J. Alexander or Terrance Smith figure to replace the veteran at inside linebacker going forward.

Johnson has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's game against the Raiders due to an achilles injury.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson dealt with an achilles issue a few weeks ago and likely reaggravated the injury in the first half Thursday. D.J. Alexander figures to see extra reps while Johnson is out.

Johnson (achilles) is active for Sunday's Week 12 contest against Denver, BJ Kissel of the Chiefs' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was listed as questionable leading up to Sunday's tilt but hadn't missed a game all season and was never expected to sit out.

Johnson (Achilles) is questionable to play Sunday against the Broncos, BJ Kissel of the Chiefs' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was questionable last weekend too, but ended up playing. In fact, the veteran is yet to miss a game this season. He appears likely to suit up once again.

Johnson (hamstring) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson's limited participant in practice on Friday was a good sign for the veteran heading into the weekend. He'll get the start at inside linebacker per usual alongside Ramik Wilson.