Diontae Johnson Fantasy Football Week 0 Scouting Report

Diontae Johnson
WR
, Carolina Panthers

Age: 28
Weight: 183 lbs
Height: 5' 10"

ADP: 85
Depth Chart Ranking: 1

Pts	RecYds	RecTD	Rec	RuYds
102	717	5	51	0

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by Chris Kucharski

· Nov 17, 2023 · 10:44 AM EST

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 11 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 11 at Cleveland Browns
Dionate Johnson was quiet last week as the Steelers relied more on their running game. He only had four targets which is very unusual and that produced only one reception for 17 yards. Since he has returned from injury, Johnson has been QB Kenny Pickett's favorite target.

Johnson faces the Browns who are ranked sixth in aFPA to wide receivers. In the first meeting this year, he was injured but he Johnson has had mixed results against Cleveland in the past.

Start Johnson as a WR3 or Flex for Week 11. Even though this will be a defensive battle, his targets should go back up and he does have some value despite the tough matchup.

by Chris Kucharski

· Nov 10, 2023 · 12:24 PM EST

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 10 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 10 vs. Green Bay Packers
A healthy Diontae Johnson has 23 targets in the last two games which has produced 15 receptions for 175 yards and a touchdown. He has always been a PPR machine, but now he is also getting good yardage and finally got that elusive touchdown last week.

Johnson faces a tough Packers pass defense that ranks eighth in aFPA to wide receivers. He shouldn't be fazed and will continue to get those targets even with a struggling offense.

Start Johnson as a low-end WR2 for Week 10. He should continue to be a fantasy asset for managers in all formats.

by Chris Kucharski

· Nov 01, 2023 · 5:24 PM EDT

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 9 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 9 vs. Tennessee Titans
Diontae Johnson returned from injury with a solid fantasy performance, especially in PPR leagues. He had 14 targets and eight receptions for 85 yards, and that's with a pretty pathetic Steelers offense.

Johnson will face the Titans on Thursday who are ranked 29th in aFPA to wide receivers. With Kenny Pickett expected to play, Johnson's targets should be there again.

Start Johnson as a low-end WR2 for Week 9 and even higher for PPR leagues. He should have a good night in Prime Time.

by Chris Kucharski

· Oct 27, 2023 · 12:38 PM EDT

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 8 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 8 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
The good news is the Steelers got Diontae Johnson back in the lineup from injury with five receptions for 79 yards. The bad news is he might be out again as he missed practice on Thursday and is questionable for Sunday.

Keep an eye on the injury list. If he plays, he ranks as a WR3 or Flex in a very favorable matchup against Jacksonville.

by Chris Kucharski

· Oct 20, 2023 · 1:36 PM EDT

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 7 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 7 at Los Angeles Rams
We aren't sure if Diontae Johnson is 100% healthy but he is expected to play against the Rams. It isn't an easy matchup as Los Angeles' defense has been good for the most part this season.

Johnson is a fringe starter this week for fantasy managers because of his health status and the Steelers overall offensive woes. You might be able to slip him into a full PPR league, but otherwise keep him on bench for Week 7 and see how he performs in his return.

by Chris Kucharski

· Sep 08, 2023 · 11:52 AM EDT

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 1 vs. San Francisco 49ers
Diontae Johnson is still a major factor in the Steelers offense and a PPR machine. The lack of touchdowns was a negative last season, but could easily turn around with QB Kenny Pickett steadily improving.

Johnson faces the Niners who have a good overall defense, but he should find some room to work and make some catches.

Start Johnson as a high-end WR3 or Flex for Week 1. The matchup could limit the Steelers offense, but overall they should be good most weeks and Johnson's ranking will reflect that.

by Chris Kucharski

· Jul 30, 2023 · 8:10 PM EDT

PIT WR Diontae Johnson - 2023 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside
The Steelers passing game is a work in progress with quarterback Kenny Pickett beginning his second year as the starting quarterback, but one thing remains the same - Diontae Johnson is a target machine. He has had 144+ targets each of the past three seasons. For Pittsburgh, he has been their most productive receiver, and if Pickett progresses, his numbers could improve. Another positive is his durability as Johnson as has only missed one game over the last four seasons.

Fantasy Downside
Despite the targets, the rest of Johnson's numbers have been disappointing, including the fact he had zero touchdown receptions last season with 147 targets. Over the past three seasons, he has averaged under 11 yards per reception. The Steelers passing game will probably remain conservative under OC Matt Canada so that could limit Johnson from getting the most out of those targets.

2023 Bottom Line
Johnson has much better value in PPR leagues. He ranks as a solid WR3 and if somehow Pickett ends up being better than most think, Johnson could be even better. Just remember, you could end up getting those underachieving numbers even if the targets keep coming.