Wide receiver Diontae Johnson has officially been waived by the Houston Texans after appearing in just two games this season, where he recorded 5 receptions for 37 yards and 1 touchdown. This decision follows a string of challenges for the former Pittsburgh Steelers player, who joined the Texans with hopes of reviving his career after suffering injuries in the previous seasons. Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans commented, ‘We appreciate Diontae’s contributions during his time with us, but ultimately, we felt it was necessary to make this move to better our roster.’ Johnson’s release comes as part of the Texans’ effort to bolster their receiving corps amidst a challenging season. Following his release, Johnson expressed on social media, ‘Thank you, Houston, for the opportunity. Ready for whatever is next.’ The news of Johnson’s release has generated buzz among teams looking for experienced receiving talent as the season progresses.
Diontae Johnson Waived by Texans After Two Games
