Johnson recorded 42 tackles (24 solo), six passes defended and two interceptions during the 2023 regular season.

EDGE Analysis

After two years as a starter with Cleveland, Johnson returned to the team that took him in the third round in 2017 as a depth piece, but he was able to crack the starting rotation at safety after a Week 10 bye, producing modest numbers but a career low in tackles and his lowest snap count since an injury-shortened 2019 campaign. Johnson is an unrestricted free agent and would likely be looking at a reserve role again should he choose to return to the Rams.

Johnson recorded three tackles (two solo), an interception and a pass defended during Sunday's 28-20 victory against the Commanders.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson continued to see considerable usage on defense, coming three snaps shy of playing every down for the third straight game. The safety was able to pick off Sam Howell early in the fourth quarter on a pass intended for Terry McLaurin, and will look to keep harvesting picks against Derek Carr and a shorthanded Saints receiving corps on Thursday night in Week 16.

Johnson registered six tackles (one solo), two pass deflections and an interception during the Rams' 36-19 win over Cleveland on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson had his best game of the season versus his former team Sunday as he managed to record his first interception of the current campaign. The 27-year-old could however see his role decrease during the upcoming matchup against the Ravens as Quentin Lake (hamstring) could potentially be ready to return to action.

Johnson is active Sunday against the Colts after dealing with a facial injury during the week, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson picked up the injury late in the week, not popping up on the injury report until Friday. He should continue to operate as a depth option at safety and special teams against Indianapolis.

Johnson is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Colts due to a facial injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio report.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was a full participant at practice all week before logging a DNP on Friday. It is unclear what exactly happened, but his status for Week 4 will now be determined Sunday morning. Quentin Lake could potentially see some extra snaps providing depth at safety behind Jordan Fuller and Russ Yeast should Johnson ultimately get ruled out.

Johnson recorded one tackle in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Seahawks.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was limited to only 10 total snaps, all on special teams. His production will likely be rather minimal in 2023 if he remains a reserve option behind Russ Yeast at free safety.

Johnson signed a one-year contract with the Rams on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson spent the last two seasons in Cleveland after spending the first four years of his career in Los Angeles. The 27-year-old was a cap casualty for the Browns in February despite playing a prominent role in the team's secondary. He finished the 2022 campaign with 101 tackles, four passes defended, two forced fumbles and fumble recoveries apiece and an interception. He should compete for the starting free safety spot with the Rams.

Browns general manager Andrew Berry said Tuesday that Johnson will be released, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson was entering the final year of his contract, and the Browns will be able to save $9.75 million by letting him go prior to June 1. The veteran safety recorded 101 tackles, four pass breakups, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, one interception and a half-sack across 17 appearances in 2022. He should draw heavy interest from numerous teams in need of safety help this offseason.

Johnson recorded five tackles in a 28-14 loss to the Steelers in Week 18.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson ended his second season with the Browns with one interception and 101 tackles, second most behind fellow safety Grant Delpit (105). The Browns' defense was the subject of discussion following losses, some of which featured breakdowns on the back end. As a result of those issues, the Browns fired defensive coordinator Joe Woods. Johnson, who has one year left on his deal, is expected to return next season but much depends on the new DC.

Johnson (thigh) is good to go for Saturday's Christmas Eve matchup against the Saints.

EDGE Analysis

Johnson figures to be in line for a full workload assuming he avoids any setbacks. If that were to happen, D'Anthony Bell would presumably replace him at free safety.