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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Cleared to return
Carolina activated Johnson (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
The Panthers placed Johnson on the list ahead of last week's loss to the Saints. Barring any setbacks, he'll be ready to return to his usual role of providing depth at defensive end.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Placed on COVID-19 list
The Panthers placed Johnson (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Johnson was activated to the Panthers' 53-man roster in early December but hasn't appeared in any games since then. It's not yet clear whether he's tested positive for COVID-19, but his status shouldn't significantly impact the Panthers' defensive rotation.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Returns to active roster
Johnson (hamstring) was activated to the 53-man roster Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Johnson was designated to return from IR on Nov. 17, so the Panthers used every bit of their 21-day window to get him activated. Johnson hasn't suited up since Week 4, but he'll look to Sunday's game against the Falcons where he'll likely serve as a rotational piece along the Panthers' defensive line.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Returning to practice
The Panthers have designated Johnson (hamstring) to return from IR, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Johnson hasn't played since Week 4 due to a hamstring injury. The Panthers will now have 21 days to evaluate Johnson at practice, and once back in action, he stands to handle a depth role.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Heads to IR
Johnson (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.
Johnson was already set to miss his third straight game with the issue. He's only played 10 snaps all season, so the Panthers will make do with their other depth options on their defensive line.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Out Sunday
Johnson (hamstring) won't play in the Panthers' Week 8 contest against the Falcons on Sunday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
Johnson has only played in two games so far this season for the Panthers and only recorded 10 total defensive snaps in those games. With the defensive end out Sunday, expect Marquis Haynes to see extended snaps against the Falcons. Johnson's next chance to return to the field will be in Week 9 against the Patriots.
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Panthers' Darryl Johnson: Dealt to Carolina
The Bills traded Johnson to the Panthers in exchange for a 2022 sixth-round draft pick Monday.
Johnson handled a depth role across 31 appearances with the Bills in his first two NFL seasons, and he stands to handle a similar gig in Carolina. Through 15 games in 2020, Johnson notched 14 total tackles and one sack while also regularly contributing on special teams.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: Practices in full
Johnson (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Johnson's knee injury kept him from suiting up for Buffalo's win over Baltimore in the divisional round last weekend, but he now looks ready to return to action. Expect him to fill a small rotational role along the Buffalo defensive line in Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: Inactive for Saturday
Johnson (knee) is listed as inactive for Saturday evening's divisional-round matchup against the Ravens.
Johnson's been dealing with a knee issue for quite some time, and after missing every practice this week, the second-year pro will not suit up Saturday. His depth duties on the defensive line will likely be covered by Trent Murphy and A.J. Epenesa.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: Listed as questionable
Johnson (knee) is questionable for Saturday's divisional-round game against the Ravens.
Johnson didn't practice in any capacity this week, so his availability for Saturday's AFC divisional-round matchup appears truly murky. A.J. Epenesa and Trent Murphy could be tabbed for increased rotational roles if Johnson is unable to play.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: All clear Sunday
Johnson (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game against Seattle.
Johnson popped up on the injury report Wednesday with the knee issue, but after logging full participation Friday, he'll be ready to rock for Week 9. Expect the second-year pro to handle his usual depth duties on the defensive line, as he played 13 defensive snaps in last week's win over the Patriots.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: Looking better for Sunday
Johnson (knee) practiced fully Friday and is questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
The second-year man out of North Carolina A&T missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, but it looks like he'll be a depth option Sunday after receiving 13 defensive snaps in the Week 8 win over the Patriots.
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Bills' Darryl Johnson: Knee injury surfaces
Johnson missed Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury.
The second-year depth lineman from North Carolina AT&T saw his highest share of work this season on defense in Sunday's win over the Patriots (13 plays, 20 percent), so he must have picked up the injury during the later stages of the game.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-6, 262 lbs |
| Birthplace: Kingsland, GA |
| Age: 25 |
| School: North Carolina A&T |
| Experience: 4 |