Tyron Johnson Fantasy

The Jacksonville Jaguars claimed wide receiver Tyron Johnson off of waivers on Wednesday. Johnson, a second-year pro out of Oklahoma State, was previously waived by the Chargers on Tuesday. Johnson flashed at times in 2020, and he racked up 20 catches, 398 yards, and three touchdowns overall in 12 games. Johnson's excellent 19.9 yards per reception mark explains why the Jaguars claimed him. Following the release of Phillip Dorsett II, the team badly needed to add a speedy receiver to take over fourth wideout duties. Johnson's 4.41-second 40-yard dash speed should fit nicely in the Jaguars offense, and he projects to have sporadic fantasy value in 2021, though he is best left undrafted in most redraft formats at this point in time.

Sep. 2nd • 2:41 PM

The Los Angeles Chargers waived wide receiverTyron Johnsonon Tuesday. In a head-scratching move, Johnson was released, paving the way for wideoutsJalen Guyton and Joshua Palmer to see extended snaps. Johnson put up team-best numbers in the preseason finale, securing four of his nine targets for 41 yards. It is unclear whether another team will sign Johnson, but it is likely based on his preseason play. Although this opens up more opportunities for Guyton and Palmer, Herbert will still target Keenan Allen and running backAustin Ekeler more than the other receivers. If Mike Williams goes down with an injury, that would open up the door for Guyton or Palmer to see more playing time. Until then, both players should be left on the fantasy waiver wire.

Aug. 31st • 3:45 PM

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyron Johnson was targeted six times in Sunday's preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. Johnson would catch four of his targets, but only picked up 11 yards. The second-year wideout is competing with fellow wide receivers Jalen Guyton and Josh Palmer for No. 3 spot behind Keenan Allen and Mike Williams. The former Oklahoma Sooner has generated some buzz in training camp and depending on where he winds up on the depth chart, Johnson could be a sleeper entering the 2021 season. The Chargers have rested all of their main starters for preseason games, but they expect to be one of the higher scoring offenses entering the season and Johnson could be worth a dart throw at the end of upcoming drafts.

Aug. 22nd • 10:53 PM