Neal Johnson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Taking a look at a Jets tight end prospect Last week, the New York Jets signed tight end Neal Johnson to a futures deal. Today, we look at Johnson in detail.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Jets Sign K Anders Carlson & TE Neal Johnson To Futures Deals

The New York Jets announced Tuesday that they’ve signed K Anders Carlson and TE Neal Johnson to futures contracts for the 2025 season. Futures deals are essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.

Minnesota Vikings News / Vikings Territory / August 22

Vikings Add Another Playmaker to Roster

On paper, the Minnesota Vikings didn’t need any more tight ends with roster cutdowns due next Tuesday. But they balked at overpopulation and won a waiver claim, adding tight end Neal Johnson on Wednesday, a newcomer from the New York Jets who hopes to make the 53-man roster or join the practice squad next week.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Minnesota Vikings claim pass-catcher off waivers from New York Jets

The Minnesota Vikings were busy when it came to roster moves on Wednesday. First, it was reported that the Vikings had signed center Matt Cindric after a successful workout. Later on Wednesday, the team announced they had waived offensive lineman Jeremy Flax and special teams ace NaJee Thompson with injury designations.

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 21

Vikings Claim TE Neal Johnson Off Waivers From Jets

The Vikings have claimed TE Neal Johnson off waivers from the Jets, per the NFL transaction wire. Minnesota had an open roster spot after cutting two players earlier today. Johnson, 6-4 and 233 pounds, signed with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Louisiana following the 2024 NFL Draft.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / August 19

Jets Bring Back Familiar Face at Corner, cut TE Neal Johnson

It seems the Jets really like cornerback Nehemiah Shelton, but they’re having commitment issues. The Jets signed Shelton after last season’s draft but let him go after the preseason but retained him on their practice squad.

New York Jets News / Gridiron Heroics / August 12

New York Jets Sign Former Cowboys LB Before 2024 Season

The New York Jets started off the week on Monday by announcing four roster moves. The Jets added a tight end and linebacker to their 90-man roster. They also released a linebacker and cornerback to make the moves after evaluating their play in the Jets’ first preseason game on Saturday against the Washington Commanders.

Broncos had a virtual pre-draft visit with TE Neal Johnson

The Denver Broncos had a virtual pre-draft visit with Louisiana Lafayette tight end Neal Johnson, according to KPRC-TV’s Aaron Wilson. Johnson (6-4, 233 pounds) spent five seasons with the Ragin’ Cajuns, hauling in 101 receptions for 1,196 yards and 11 touchdowns in 59 games.

49ers continue TE search, hold pre-draft meeting with Louisiana's Neal Johnson

After failing to acquire Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright, the San Francisco 49ers signed former Houston Texans tight end Eric Saubert to a one-year deal.