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Former Minnesota WR reportedly claimed by new NFL team
By Paul Harvey
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One former Minnesota receiver did not have to wait long after getting waived on Tuesday.
That player is Tyler Johnson who was a surprising cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday. Despite impressing in training camp, Tampa Bay made the cut from a position of depth for the team.
On Wednesday, Johnson is on the move and has landed with a new NFL team. According to NFL insider Adam Schefter, the Houston Texans have claimed Johnson off waivers.
That will give Johnson a shot on an NFL roster to begin 2022.
Texans claimed former Bucs WR Tyler Johnson on waivers.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 31, 2022
In two years with Tampa Bay, Johnson appeared in 31 games with 529 receiving yards on 48 catches with 2 touchdowns. Unfortunately, Johnson averaged just 10 yards per catch and did not have a touchdown in 2021.
Hopefully, he flashes with the Texans and is able to contribute throughout the season.
Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.