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  • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images I’m sorry to say, New York Giants fans, but there are still two full months to go before the 2025 NFL Draft. The wait already seems interminable, since the Giants do not have a single quarterback under contract, and whatever else they do in the interim to improve the team will pale in comparison to the big decision they will have to make in late April....2025
  • Chris Jones: Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry are a ‘scary dynamic duo’
    • Chris Jones: Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry are a ‘scary dynamic duo’
    Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images Kansas City’s defensive star is ready to play in the season opener — but knows it will be a difficult matchup. For one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ marquee players, Thursday’s opening night contest against the Baltimore Ravens will be extra special. A year ago, defensive tackle Chris Jones watched Kansas City’s opener against the Detroit Lions from the s...2024
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  • Chiefs’ training camp observations from Wednesday’s Day 4
    • Chiefs’ training camp observations from Wednesday’s Day 4
    Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports Everything that went down during Kansas City’s fourth training camp practice in St. Joseph. On Wednesday morning, the Kansas City Chiefs returned to their field at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph for another practice of the team’s 2024 training camp. This was the fourth of 19 public sessions on the practice field next to MWSU’s Spratt Stadium....2024
  • This Week in Seahawks History: Super Bowl XLVIII media day and Pro Bowl
    • This Week in Seahawks History: Super Bowl XLVIII media day and Pro Bowl
    Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images Are you ready for a weekly blast from the Seahawks teams of the past? This will be a weekly article series throughout the season looking back on what happened for the Seattle Seahawks 40, 30, 20, and 10 years ago this week. We’re up to the Super Bowl media day for the 2013 squad. What were people talking about back then? Read on! 40 Years Ago Fini...2024
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  • Question of the Week: What does Charles Omenihu’s return mean for the Chiefs' defense?
    • Question of the Week: What does Charles Omenihu’s return mean for the Chiefs' defense?
    Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports The do-it-all defensive lineman is back after a six-game suspension; how will Omenihu’s presence impact the rest of the room? In this weekly series for Arrowhead Pride, I'll ask one big question about the Kansas City Chiefs’ season. Last week, I wrote about whether the Chiefs should extend cornerback L'Jarius Sneed. This week, we're discussing the impending re...2023
  • Drue Tranquill stands out as the Chiefs’ MIKE linebacker
    • Drue Tranquill stands out as the Chiefs’ MIKE linebacker
    Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports Tranquill was all over the field and played a huge role in helping the Chiefs secure a victory in Minnesota. As the Kansas City Chiefs headed north to take on the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, they were without starting middle linebacker Nick Bolton for a third consecutive game. With Bolton out of the lineup, Drue Tranquill would again take the reigns of the de...2023
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Derrick Johnson injury and suspension

  • • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    2025
  • • Chiefs’ training camp observations from Wednesday’s Day 4
    2024
  • • Question of the Week: What does Charles Omenihu’s return mean for the Chiefs' defense?
    2023
  • • Nicholas Morrow admits it’s weird that he’s the oldest guy in the Eagles’ LB room
    Morrow is only 27 years old, but he does credit his NFL longevity with his passion for the game and a lot of hard work. One of the newest Philadelphia Eagles’ defenders, LB Nicholas Morrow, made his way to Philly on Wednesday and spoke to reporters about his decision to sign with the team, his role in the defense, and a bit about his skillset and background. Morrow emphasized that there’s no subst...2023
  • • Report: Raiders to meet with LB Brian Cushing
    Former Texans linebacker Brian Cushing is slated to visit the Raiders on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets. The Raiders recently added Derrick Johnson to their linebacker group and Cushing could be the latest veteran to join. Cushing comes with question marks, including two career PED violations, the most recent of which cost him ten games in 2017. He has also struggled with knee issues tha...2018
  • • Ex-Texans star Brian Cushing will reportedly visit Raiders
    The Oakland Raiders won’t stop adding aging veterans to their roster. Jon Gruden’s team headed into Friday having signed a whopping 17 free agents from other teams. They added another to the mix in the form of former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson. But don’t let that distract us from the fact that Oakland is still out here looking to add even more 30-plus year old talent to its rost...2018
  • Combine: Defense has options inside
    • Combine: Defense has options inside
    INDIANAPOLIS – The weekend has arrived and with it come the defensive prospects, and most Patriots fans believe the team will be interested in improving on that side of the ball in the draft. While most can agree on that fact, which specific direction the Patriots go remains anyone’s guess. New England could probably use help at all three levels of the defense and at various stages within each gro...2018
  • View from Above: Three we'd like to see in 2018
    • View from Above: Three we'd like to see in 2018
    "Every day I'm shufflin', shufflin', shufflin'." LMFAO sang about this, amiright?  It's not exactly time for Party Rock to be in the house tonight, but the shufflin' part is accurate.   The slow, twisting, shufflin' grind of a new year and new season begins this week with the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.  The gear for next year begins in 'low' – and if you know how to drive a stick – you know it's...2018
  • • Report: Chiefs will make 'significant' cuts to get younger
    After featuring one of the worst defenses in the NFL last year, new Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach is reportedly going to make some changes.According to Sam Mellinger of the Kansas City Star, these changes will be “significant” and will likely result in the release of a few very recognizable players.He’s already done some work on this front, cutting Darrelle Revis and bringing over...2018
  • View from Above: Remember the Titans? Hardly.
    • View from Above: Remember the Titans? Hardly.
    New England vs. Tennessee in the AFC Divisional Playoff.  Not exactly what you expected? The easy explanation as to ‘why' it will be the Titans in Foxboro Saturday night, and not Kansas City or Buffalo would be because ‘it's why they play the games.'  You simply just don't know how things will turn out beforehand, regardless of what you think you know, or the relative strength of the opposition. A...2018

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  • Tom Brady Press Conference Transcript 9/4
    • Tom Brady Press Conference Transcript 9/4
    2017
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Timeline

  • 2025
    "The Giants missed out on Shawne Merriman, a Pro Bowl linebacker that San Diego chose with that extra first, and another Pro Bowl linebacker, Derrick Johnson, was there as well, but that’s a small price to pay."

  • 2024
    "Nick Foles was the Offensive MVP and Derrick Johnson was the Defensive MVP."

  • 2023
    "He is the best coverage linebacker the Chiefs have had since Derrick Johnson, and his speed and closing speed in space have already made him a valuable asset for the Chiefs in nickel and dime defenses."

  • 2022
    "Al Sharpton, NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson, National Coalition [more]"

  • 2019
    "Smith came under scrutiny recently when previewing a late-season game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers — focusing on a matchup between then-injured Chargers tight end Hunter Henry and free agent linebacker Derrick Johnson."

  • 2018
    "Derrick Johnson won't be re-signed by the Chiefs when he becomes a free agent, the team announced Tuesday."

  • 2017
    ""- Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson On his approach to going against Tom Brady."

  • 2016
    "Derrick Johnson ruptured his Achilles tendon in Thursday's win, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said after Thursday's win."

  • 2015
    "  "Tonight was special for him," Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson said, per Kissel."

  • 2014
    "Derrick Johnson and Mike DeVito both suffered season-ending injuries back in Week 1, but Bailey has helped to fill the void."

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Derrick Johnson trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    2025
  • • Chris Jones: Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry are a ‘scary dynamic duo’
    2024
  • • This Week in Seahawks History: Super Bowl XLVIII media day and Pro Bowl
    2024
  • • 10 Biggest Questions: What roles will the Chiefs’ linebackers play?
    Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports The addition of Drue Tranquill adds an interesting wrinkle to Kansas City’s group of linebackers. Heading into the Kansas City Chiefs' season, I'm continuing my "10 Biggest Questions" series about the team. So far, we've covered seven questions: What is the Chiefs' contingency plan at offensive tackle? Will Deneric Prince or Clyde Edwards-Helaire crack the ru...2023
  • • LB Johnson to sign 1-day contract, retire as Chief
    Linebacker Derrick Johnson will be the next player to sign a one-day contract and retire as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs....2019
  • • Derrick Johnson retires from NFL
    Linebacker Derrick Johnson is retiring from football, according to 610 Sports Radio. But, before he officially hangs ’em up, he’ll sign a one-day contract to go out as as member of the Chiefs.  Johnson, 36, was a key cog in the Chiefs’ defense from 2005 through 2017. He leaves the game as the Chiefs’ all-time leading tackler, with 1,262 career stops to his credit. Since entering the league as a fi...2019
  • • Cardinals troll Stephen A. Smith on Twitter after he questions Kingsbury hire
    ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith came under scrutiny recently when previewing a late-season game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers — focusing on a matchup between then-injured Chargers tight end Hunter Henry and free agent linebacker Derrick Johnson. Needless to say, Smith’s take made no sense given that neither player actually suited up for the game. Smith is now out here questioning...2019
  • • Raiders sign former Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson
    ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) The Oakland Raiders have officially signed free agent linebacker Derrick Johnson to a one-year contract....2018
  • • Raiders sign former Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson
    The Oakland Raiders have officially signed free agent linebacker Derrick Johnson to a one-year contract         ...2018
  • • Raiders officially sign LB Derrick Johnson
    It’s officially official. On Monday, the Raiders announced the signing of Derrick Johnson. As previously reported, it’s a one-year deal for Oakland and the former Chiefs linebacker. The Chiefs announced earlier this offseason that they would not be re-signing the 13-year NFL veteran. The market was slow to develop for Johnson and although he had interest from other clubs, the Raiders were the only...2018

Derrick Johnson stats and results

  • • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    2025
  • • Question of the Week: What does Charles Omenihu’s return mean for the Chiefs' defense?
    2023
  • • Drue Tranquill stands out as the Chiefs’ MIKE linebacker
    2023
  • • 10 Biggest Questions: What roles will the Chiefs’ linebackers play?
    2023
  • • View from Above: Three we'd like to see in 2018
    2018
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  • • Report: Chiefs will make 'significant' cuts to get younger
    2018
  • • View from Above: Remember the Titans? Hardly.
    2018
  • • Shocker: Jeff Triplette botched a crucial call in Titans-Chiefs game
    To the surprise of absolutely nobody, NFL referee Jeff Triplette botched a critical call late in the first half of the Wild Card Game between the Tennessee Titans and Kansas City Chiefs.Derrick Johnson sacked Marcus Mariota, and the ball came out before Mariota hit the ground. DERRICK JOHNSON, what a play! pic.twitter.com/T4mRv53hFf— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) January 6, 2018 The Chiefs clearly ...2018
  • Performance Review: Chiefs-Patriots
    • Performance Review: Chiefs-Patriots
    1st Quarter …The game’s first play from scrimmage set the tone for New England’s night. QB Tom Brady completely misjudged his throw to an uncovered TE Dwayne Allen up the left (Patriots) sideline for what would have been a huge gain. Brady struggled throughout the night with misfired passes, more than half of which were overthrown by the QB. …LT Nate Solder’s holding penalty near the end of the fi...2017
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  • Snap Judgments: A banner-hanging reality check for the Patriots
    • Snap Judgments: A banner-hanging reality check for the Patriots
    2017

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  • • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    2025
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  • • Combine: Defense has options inside
    2018
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  • • View from Above: Remember the Titans? Hardly.
    2018
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  • • Performance Review: Chiefs-Patriots
    2017
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  • • Snap Judgments: A banner-hanging reality check for the Patriots
    2017
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  • Kansas City Chiefs Postgame Transcripts 9/7
    • Kansas City Chiefs Postgame Transcripts 9/7
    2017
  • Bill Belichick Press Conference Transcript 9/5
    • Bill Belichick Press Conference Transcript 9/5
    2017
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  • • Chiefs' Johnson leaves game vs Raiders with Achilles injury
    KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Derrick Johnson knew his season was over the moment he hit the frozen turf of Arrowhead Stadium, the Chiefs' veteran linebacker ripping off his helmet in frustration....2016
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  • • Free-Agent Matchmaker: Perfect Fits for Brock Osweiler, Mario Williams and More!
    2016
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  • • Malcolm Jenkins Comments on Pro Bowl Experience, Pushes for Skills Competition
    2016
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Top Derrick Johnson news

  • • Timeline of Eric Berry's Journey from Cancer to NFL Return
    2015
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  • • Chiefs won't re-sign longtime star LB Johnson
    2018
  • • Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson ruptures Achilles tendon
    The Chiefs have lost one of their leaders on the defensive side of the ball. Derrick Johnson ruptured his Achilles tendon in Thursday's win, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said after Thursday's win....2016
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  • • Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson 'itching' for training camp
    NFL fans aren't the only ones yearning for training camp to start. Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson is "itching" to get back to hitting after missing 15 games last season....2015
  • What They're Saying: Kansas City Chiefs
    • What They're Saying: Kansas City Chiefs
    Kansas City Chiefs coaches and players discuss their upcoming game against the New England Patriots. On facing the Patriots..."It's a big challenge to play the defending world champs on the road and kick off the NFL season. But that's why you play the game. That's why we're all here. We're pumped about it, but we've got to do all the right things leading up to it."- Chiefs QB Alex Smith "I think i...2017
  • • Derrick Johnson suffers ruptured Achilles tendon
    Chiefs Coach Andy Reid told reporters after Thursday night’s 21-13 win over the Raiders that Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon and is done for the season. “It’s a sad deal,” Reid said. Johnson, 34, has played his entire career with the Chiefs and will be missed on and off the field.…...2016
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  • • Justin Houston Q&A: Following Up a Historic, 22-Sack Season
    2015
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  • • Snap Judgments: A banner-hanging reality check for the Patriots
    2017
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Derrick Johnson fantasy rankings and news

  • • This Week in Seahawks History: Super Bowl XLVIII media day and Pro Bowl
    2024
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  • • NFL Playoff Schedule 2017: Sunday TV Guide, Live-Stream Coverage Info
    2017
  • • Pro Bowl 2016 Roster: Full List of Players, Final MVP Predictions and Top Snubs
    2016
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  • • Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Week 13: Predictions and Ranking Top Fantasy Locks and Flops
    2015
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  • • Hot Kansas City Chiefs Back in AFC Playoff Race After 4th Straight Win
    2015
  • • Chiefs vs. Packers: Score and Twitter Reaction for Monday Night Football
    2015
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Derrick Johnson schedule, game

  • • Is trading into the top three to get a quarterback ever worth it?
    2025
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  • • Chris Jones: Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry are a ‘scary dynamic duo’
    2024
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  • • Chiefs’ training camp observations from Wednesday’s Day 4
    2024
  • • This Week in Seahawks History: Super Bowl XLVIII media day and Pro Bowl
    2024
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  • • Question of the Week: What does Charles Omenihu’s return mean for the Chiefs' defense?
    2023
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  • • Drue Tranquill stands out as the Chiefs’ MIKE linebacker
    2023
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  • • 10 Biggest Questions: What roles will the Chiefs’ linebackers play?
    2023
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  • • Cardinals troll Stephen A. Smith on Twitter after he questions Kingsbury hire
    2019
  • • Kaepernick scheduled meeting with Seahawks canceled
    Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider were deposed in the collusion grievance filed by Colin Kaepernick this week, a source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter (Twitter link).Expanding on the subject, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio recounts that the “Seahawks were planning to bring in the quarterback for a workout, but the team canceled the session when Kaepernick declined to ...2018
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  • • Raiders cancel visit with Brian Cushing
    The Raiders won’t be meeting with Brian Cushing after all. After agreeing to terms with fellow veteran ‘backer Derrick Johnson, the Raiders have called off their scheduled Sunday summit with Cushing, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets. Initially, it appeared that Cushing would join a revamped linebacker group that includes newcomers Johnson, Emmanuel Lamur, and Tahir Whitehead. That would have been ...2018
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Derrick Johnson rumors, scandals

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    2024
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    • Scouting the Matchup: Patriots have too many targets to cover
    2017
  • • Free-Agent Matchmaker: Perfect Fits for Brock Osweiler, Mario Williams and More!
    2016
  • • 2016 NFL Mock Draft: Full Order and 1st-Round Predictions for Top Prospects
    2016
  • • Why NaVorro Bowman Has the Chance to Become the New Face of the 49ers in 2015
    2015
  • • At Position of Demand, UCLA LB Eric Kendricks on Track to Be a Top-20 Draft Pick
    2015
  • • Arizona Cardinals Finally Showed They Have a Rushing Offense
    2014

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