Giants place Theo Johnson on the PUP list, able to return to the roster anytime after passing a physical.
The New York Giants placed rookie tight end Theo Johnson on the active/physically unable to perform list.
The #Giants placed rookie TE Theo Johnson on the physically unable to perform list. He has a hip injury. There is hope that it’s not a long-term problem.
Johnson, drafted from Penn State in the fourth round, is set to compete with Daniel Bellinger for the starting job after Darren Waller’s retirement.
At Penn State, Johnson played 44 games, started 29, and made 77 catches for 938 yards and 12 touchdowns. In 2023, he had a career-high 34 catches for 341 yards and seven touchdowns. His seven touchdowns are tied for third most in a single season for Penn State tight ends.
Johnson’s injury is unknown, but he can return to the roster anytime after passing a physical.
