Theo Johnson

Overall Rank
TE33
2024
Height
6' 6"
Weight
259 lbs
Arm Length
33"
(49th)
Draft Pick
4.07
(2024)
College
Penn State
Age
23.8
Best Comparable Player
Luke Musgrave
Workout Metrics
4.57
93rd
121.2
98th
131.6
96th
11.34
78th
10.41
98th
40-Yard Dash
Speed Score
Burst Score
Agility Score
Catch Radius
High School Metrics
11.3%
(28th)
College Dominator
13.8
(68th)
College YPR
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Theo Johnson Potentially Out for Season
3 weeks ago
Rookie tight end suffers foot injury in loss to Cowboys
Giants’ rookie tight end Theo Johnson suffered a foot injury in the Giants’ tilt with the Cowboys Thursday. Johnson played 89-percent of snaps and earned five targets in the 27-20 loss to Dallas. The Penn State product has been the Giants’ primary tight end for the 2024 season, playing 83.4-percent (No. 8) of snaps on the season and earning 43 targets (No. 4 on the team).

 

In what has been a disappointing season for the Giants, Johnson has showed some promising flashes as a pass catcher and offensive weapon, recording 11.5 (No. 8) Yards Per Reception. Head coach Brian Daboll confirmed in a post-game press conference that Johnson’s injury is “probably gonna be a long-term one.”

 

– Joel Ybarra, @metaffb

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Tyrone Tracy Jr. Another Efficient Day, Giants Fall in OT
1 month ago

Rookie RB tops 100 yards rushing, loses costly fumble

Tyrone Tracy Jr. had another great day on the ground Sunday despite losing a fumble that cost the Giants the win against the Panthers in overtime. Tracy Jr. logged another 18 carries, marking the fifth game in the last six where he received 16 or more carries. The rookie accrued 103 yards on the ground and another touchdown. With Daniel Jones struggling, Tracy Jr. and fellow rookie Malik Nabers represent a strong core of young offensive weapons that are showing some pop and would be even more impactful with better quarterback play.

 

Daniel Jones was just 22-of-37 passing Sunday with two interceptions and zero touchdowns. The veteran QB totaled just 190 yards passing and spread the ball around. Nabers had six catches for 50 yards on 10 targets. Wan’Dale Robinson caught four of his eight targets for 51 yards. Jalin Hyatt and tight end Theo Johnson both had four catches for 39 and 37 yards, respectively. With Jones only throwing eight touchdown passes on the season and more than 250 yards just three times, the ceiling for the pass catchers is capped. Jones himself is merely a bye week fill-in, with rushing production buoying his floor.

 

– Joel Ybarra, @metaffb

Malik Nabers Stalled in Concussion Protocol
2 months ago

Giants star wide receiver not likely to be cleared for Week 6

Malik Nabers, who has been the focal point of the Giants offense so far in his rookie season, is not progressing as hoped in the league’s concussion protocol. Nabers suffered a concussion on Thursday, September 26th during the team’s Week 4 game against the Cowboys. He then missed the team’s Week 5 game against the Seahawks, which the Giants won 29-20.

 

Head coach Brian Daboll told reporters Thursday Nabers was in “the same spot he was yesterday” with regard to progressing in the concussion protocol. Nabers’ next step would be to log a limited practice Friday or Saturday, but it is not looking promising he will be able to clear protocol ahead of the Giants’ Sunday night matchup against the Bengals. The rookie No. 6 overall NFL Draft pick has logged a 38.2-percent (No. 1) Target Share in the four games he has played, and is No. 1 among wide receivers in PPG scoring.

 

With Nabers sidelined in Week 5, Darius Slayton, Wan’Dale Robinson and Theo Johnson ran the most routes on the team. Those three were also the top target earners – Slayton with 11, Robinson with 9 and Johnson with 5. They face a Bengals secondary which just gave up 348 yards passing and four passing touchdowns to Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.

 

– Joel Ybarra, @metaffb

Theo Johnson Placed on PUP List Ahead of Camp
5 months ago

The Giants have placed TE Theo Johnson on the PUP list before the start of training camp.

Theo Johnson is dealing with a hip injury and the Giants have placed him on the PUP list ahead of training camp. There is no timetable for his return, however, the Giants have indicated it isn’t serious. Johnson can be activated at any point and return to practice right away.

 

Theo Johnson appears to be in a tight position battle with Daniel Bellinger to be the Giants’ starting tight end. The Giants have a hole at tight end following the retirement of Darren Waller. While Bellinger has starter experience, he isn’t a receiving threat garnering only 12.3-percent targets per route run over his NFL career. Johnson isn’t a lock to be the TE1, but when he is on the field, Johnson will be the more intriguing fantasy option.

Lawrence Cager and Theo Johnson Candidates to Earn More Targets
6 months ago

Per ESPN’s Jordan Raanan, tight ends Theo Johnson and Lawrence Cager are competing to earn more targets after the retirement of Darren Waller.

The biggest takeaway from this report is the omission of Daniel Bellinger as a candidate to earn more targets. Bellinger was the presumed starter when Darren Waller retired, however recent reports have been far from positive. Bellinger appears to be in a battle for playing time with rookie Theo Johnson, and converted wide receiver Lawrence Cager.

 

Fantasy managers should take fliers on the Giants’ tight ends in dynasty leagues, but the depth chart is a mess. While Johnson and Cager could be more fantasy relevant, Bellinger will earn plenty of playing time as a blocker. With a solid group of pass catchers at the receiver position too, it is unlikely any of these players are consistently fantasy relevant in 2024. Johnson and Bellinger should both be owned in deeper dynasty fantasy football leagues.

Daniel Bellinger's Roster Spot in Jeopardy?
6 months ago

Respected New York media reporter Connor Hughes indicated that Daniel Bellinger may not be a lock to make the final roster

In a surprising twist Connor Hughes from SNY indicated on social media that Daniel Bellinger isn’t a lock to make the Giants’ final 52 player roster. This would be a shock considering the recent retirement of Darren Waller. Bellinger is competing for the starting tight end role with Theo Johnson and Jack Stoll.

 

While I expect Bellinger to make the final roster this is an eye-opening revelation from a respected media member. He could very well end up as the starter, but Johnson may be closer in the competition than most people realized. This will be a position battle to watch this Summer, but neither is a lock to be fantasy relevant even if given the opportunity.