Juwan Johnson Fantasy

The New Orleans Saints re-signed tight end Juwan Johnson to a one-year contract extension on Thursday, according to a source. Johnson was scheduled to be an exclusive-rights free agent next month. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. In his second season in the NFL in 2021, Johnson had 13 receptions on 22 targets for 159 yards and four touchdowns for the Saints in 14 games (two starts). The 25-year-old has 17 catches for 198 yards and four touchdowns on 32 targets in his first two seasons with the Saints. He'll continue to provide tight end depth alongside Adam Trautman and Nick Vannett, but he won't be much of a fantasy asset unless injuries cause both Trautman and Vannett to miss time in 2022.

Mar. 3rd • 12:28 PM

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson shouldn't be in starting lineups against Buffalo in Week 12. Johnson will now take on a bigger role with fellow TE Adam Trautman out for four to six weeks due to an MCL sprain. The youngster started off the season alright, but has since had a nonexistent role in this offense. Given he's unproven and his target share is unclear at the moment, there are better options to start than Johnson or any New Orleans tight end.

Nov. 24th • 10:08 PM

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson should remain benched in Week 5. Johnson managed a touchdown last week but has only managed six receptions for 64 yards on 10 targets in four total games this season, leaving his production much to be desired. The Saints do not have a high-volume passing offense, meaning all the pass-catchers take a hit in fantasy. Johnson has a generally small role on this team and is still technically fighting for targets with Adam Trautman, so he is not a worthy fantasy play.

Oct. 8th • 9:00 PM