Juwan Johnson Fantasy

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson said he asked the Saints to put together film of Julian Edelman from his time in New England, signifying he could be used primarily as a slot receiver/tight end hybrid in 2023. "I know the type of role I'll be doing, and (Derek Carr) loves those routes," said Johnson. "(Edelman) is one of the best at those choice routes, short-game routes." This will be an interesting development to follow since Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow had a ton of success in a similar role in 2021. Johnson was a wide receiver in college and is on the light side for a tight end (230 lbs). In 2022, he posted the seventh-most slot snaps (185) among tight ends, so it's not a dramatic change. It appears he will be a move tight end while Foster Moreau serves as more of a traditional tight end.

May. 24th • 2:20 PM

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson has agreed to a two-year deal to remain with the team. The 26-year-old was signed as an undrafted rookie in 2020. While Johnson had just four catches that season, he amassed 55 receptions for 667 yards and 11 touchdowns in the last two years. With Derek Carr now in New Orleans, the club will have a stable presence under center. As a result, fantasy managers should take Johnson seriously heading into the 2023-24 campaign, especially considering how much attention Darren Waller received from Carr over the years.

Mar. 11th • 10:50 PM

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson was only targeted once in the 10-7 Week 18 loss to the Carolina Panthers. Johnson caught his lone target for a 21-yard gain. The third-year converted wide receiver had a breakout 2022 campaign, catching a team-high seven touchdowns. Johnson ended the season scoring as a borderline TE1 option and should enter 2023 as a potential late-round steal at the position. He offered boom-bust potential this season and is a candidate for a similar role in 2023.

Jan. 8th • 7:08 PM