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The Houston Texans got a scare when C.J. Gardner-Johnson was carted off the field during practice with an apparent leg injury, per Aaron Wilson of KPRC Houston. The veteran safety was in visible pain after colliding with receiver John Metchie III and initially couldn’t put weight on his right leg. Early fears of a severe […]

The Houston Texans identified CJ Gardner-Johnson as someone who could potentially elevate the defense to the next tier, valuing his big-game experience and notable ball-hawking skills. Additionally, the veteran safety boasts the intensity that head coach DeMeco Ryans wants in his secondary. Thus, one can see why fans were stressing out a bit after the […]

The Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans’ trade involving C.J. Gardner-Johnson seemed to be cursed on Thursday. Hours after the safety went down with a knee injury in training camp, the offensive guard Kenyon Green left the Eagles’ preseason game with an apparent wrist injury. Gardner-Johnson was the first of the two to go down, suffering […]

The Houston Texans suffered a massive blow via CJ Gardner-Johnson. The prized NFL Free Agency addition left Texans practice Thursday with a devastating injury. Signs originally pointed to the new safety missing the entire 2025 season. However, the AFC South franchise and incoming defender received a huge break. NFL Network insider delivered a pivotal update […]

The Houston Texans have high expectations coming off another postseason win. They enter training camp with a remade offensive line and a new offensive coordinator. But their defense needs to step up to win the AFC South this year. A big part of the Texans’ offseason was trading for CJ Gardner-Johnson from the Philadelphia Eagles, […]

Houston Texans Safety CJ Gardner-Johnson made an eye-opening admission on his trade from the Philadelphia Eagles. The 27-year-old has played with several teams throughout his NFL career, including twice in Philadelphia after signing a three-year deal with them last offseason. Gardner-Johnson played a key role in the Eagles’ Super Bowl season, tying her career high […]

CJ Gardner-Johnson of the Houston Texans had his name attached to a wild “hit” accusation. One involving New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers. An ex-girlfriend of Gardner-Johnson, Summer Bunni, went on a viral Instagram rant mentioning both NFL players. Except she accused the Texans’ NFL free agent addition of trying to put a “hit” […]

The Houston Texans made multiple aggressive moves to improve the roster this offseason. One of the most surprising moves was trading for former Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson. It seems the former Eagle still has beef with his former team, even after winning Super Bowl 59. Texans safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson took another shot at the Eagles […]

This offseason, the Houston Texans made a big move when they acquired safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson from the Philadelphia Eagles. Gardner-Johnson is seen as a polarizing player by some due to his antics on the field, but there is no question that he is an impactful and productive player that helped the Eagles win the Super […]

For the most part, the Philadelphia Eagles had themselves one heck of an offseason. Entering the offseason with the burden of defending their second Lombardi Trophy of the last ten years, the Eagles had to say goodbye to some top free agents, make shrewd financial decisions, and draft at the end of each round. And […]

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded away CJ Gardner-Johnson mere weeks after winning the Super Bowl, it left serious questions about who would play safety next to Reed Blankenship in 2025. Would it be 2023 third-round pick Sydney Brown? Former Vic Fangio favorite Justin Simmons? Or someone in the 2025 NFL Draft? Well, after taking a […]

Everybody and their mother is seemingly looking to trade down in the 2025 NFL Draft. This draft class lacks some when it comes to top-end talent, but there is tons of depth, which is why Adam Schefter reports that the Jacksonville Jaguars (N0. 5), Carolina Panthers (No. 8), San Francisco 49ers (No. 11), Atlanta Falcons […]

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded CJ Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans for Kenyon Green and a pick swap, it left fans with one major question: How would Howie Roseman replace the star safety in Vic Fangio’s defense? Sure, he could go with an internal option, giving a player like Sydney Brown or Tristian a chance […]

The Philadelphia Eagles find themselves in an unusual spot in the 2025 NFL Draft. On one hand, they have to bide their time – barring a trade up – as every other team in the NFL gets their guy, which is tough for any talent evaluator to watch. But with that being said, they only […]

The Houston Texans are looking to rebound after a disappointing 2024 season. Houston won 10 games during the regular season but did not make much noise during the playoffs. The Texans have already made some big moves this offseason, including shoring up their defense, that could help Houston make a deep playoff run in 2025. […]

When the Houston Texans traded underperforming former first-round pick Kenyon Green and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles for CJ Gardner-Johnson and a sixth-round pick, the response was very one-sided. Sure, saying goodbye to Green was an admission of defeat, and CJGJ’s contract has four void years worth roughly $11 […]

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded CJ Gardner-Johnson and a sixth-round pick to the Houston Texans for Kenyon Green and a fifth-round pick, it turned heads within the fanbase. Why would the Eagles, fresh off a Super Bowl win, ship out one of their better defensive player for a slight move up the draft board next […]

Deion Sanders draws much attention to Colorado football, whether intentional or not. Someone who took an interest was CJ Gardner-Johnson. Although Colorado football has landed top recruits, Gardner-Johnson doesn’t see the program succeeding. He shared more of his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter). “Love Coach Prime, but the coaches ain’t showing us his technique tape […]

When Howie Roseman opted to trade away CJ Gardner Johnson for a pick swap and Kenyon Green, it created a major need at safety for the Philadelphia Eagles. Now sure, technically the team has multiple quality safeties on the roster, from incumbent starter Reed Blankenship to 2023 third-round pick Sydney Brown, plus Tristin McCollum, Lewis […]

The NFL offseason is perhaps most known for the free agent period. Players with expiring contracts hit the open market and are free to sign with any team around the NFL. However, free agency is far from the only way to add talent to the roster, and sometimes, teams covet players who are still employed […]

There is a cost to winning in the NFL, and the Philadelphia Eagles are finding that out the hard way. Of course, the team has no regrets, considering they won Super Bowl 59, but the offseason directly following that championship has been far from pretty. The team has been arguably the biggest loser of free […]

When the Philadelphia Eagles traded CJ Gardner-Johnson and a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Houston Texans for Kenyon Green and a 2026 fifth-round pick, it turned heads in the City of Brotherly Love. Why did the Eagles say goodbye to one of their best safeties in recent memory, one who made plays in the team’s […]

Taylor Swift fans are not mad at the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent trade of CJ Gardner-Johnson. The former Eagles safety got traded on Tuesday (March 11) to the Houston Texans for Kenyon Green. NFL fans were puzzled by his trade since he had two years left on his $27 million contract, which he signed last March. […]

The offseason following a Super Bowl win is always a busy one, and that has certainly been the case for the Philadelphia Eagles. After a championship victory, Super Bowl-winning players immediately become coveted around the league. The Eagles, fresh off winning Super Bowl 59, had a bunch of players hitting the open market this year. […]

The Philadelphia Eagles traded safety CJ Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans in exchange for offensive guard Kenyon Green, and the safety immediately took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to react to the move and express gratitude for his time with the Eagles and winning a Super Bowl. “I love you Philly, we are forever […]

The Houston Texans made another big move early on Tuesday morning as they are acquiring safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson from the Philadelphia Eagles. Former first-round pick Kenyon Green is heading to the Eagles in the trade, and a pick swap is part of the deal as well. “Another Texans trade: Houston is acquiring veteran safety C.J. […]

Philadelphia Eagles star CJ Gardner-Johnson did his absolute best to upset millions and millions of Taylor Swift fans across the world on Friday during the team’s Super Bowl parade. After taking a shot at Swift following Sunday’s game on Instagram in a photo with Travis Kelce, Gardner-Johnson then wore an NSFW shirt during Friday’s celebrations: […]

Taylor Swift’s fans don’t play when it comes to defending their queen, and Philadelphia Eagles defensive back CJ Gardner-Johnson learned that the hard way. After the Eagles’ win over the Kansas City Chiefs, Gardner-Johnson took a jab at Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce by mocking his past relationship with Kayla Nicole. The comment didn’t sit […]

CJ Gardner-Johnson is feeling himself as the Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. The Eagles safety took to Instagram to troll Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce on what he should have done differently. Gardner-Johnson posted a photo of Kelce on Instagram Story of him in front of Kelce at […]

After falling apart to an incredible degree at the end of the 2023 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles knew they needed to make some changes. They moved on from both of their coordinators, added a few quality players to their roster in the draft, and, in free agency, fixed one of their biggest mistakes, re-signing […]

Before their Super Bowl LIX matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles safety CJ Gardner-Johnson had surprises for AJ Brown, Saquon Barkley, and Jalen Hurts. Although it didn’t get caught on camera, DeVonta Smith has his own surprise coming soon, per the official Eagles’ account on X. “The guys don’t know I got they […]

As the Detroit Lions head into the offseason after missing out on the Super Bowl, losing in the NFC divisional round to the Washington Commanders, one former player of theirs goes scorched Earth on the team. As the Philadelphia Eagles will compete in Super Bowl 59 against the Kansas City Chiefs, their defensive back C.J. […]

The Philadelphia Eagles have advanced to the Super Bowl after defeating the Washington Commanders 55-23. From the beginning of the game, the Eagles dominated the Commanders on both sides of the ball, but it was the defense that put their stamp on the entire evening. One of the players who has continuously made a difference […]

While there are a lot of ways to describe Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, passion is undoubtedly one of them. One of the winningest coaches in the NFL since he entered the league, Sirianni wears his heart on his sleeve, even when some fans want him to chill the heck out. And for the […]

In Week 16, CJ Gardner-Johnson was ejected from the Philadelphia Eagles’ game against the Washington Commanders after recording his second personal foul call of the game… and then his team lost. Now granted, the Eagles didn’t lose because CJGJ wasn’t on the field, at least not fully, as their defense fell apart down the stretch, […]

Oh, the things the Philadelphia Eagles are worried about right now. They had to save a player’s first-ever touchdown ball, and ponder whether Saquon Barkley should go record hunting. Also, C.J. Gardner-Johnson downplayed the NFC East title. He what? It goes like this, according to a post on X by Dave Zangaro. “ ‘I’m not […]

An eventful week for Philadelphia Eagles safety CJ Gardner-Johnson will end with a pair of fines. After being ejected from the Eagles’ Week 16 matchup with the Washington Commanders, the safety received two fines from the NFL adding up to $45,022. Gardner-Johnson received two fines of $22,511 for his two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties, team reporter […]

The Philadelphia Eagles are taking on the Washington Commanders but will have to play the rest of the game without defensive back CJ Gardner-Johnson. He was ejected from the game after picking up his second unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, and he made sure to give a NSFW gesture to the jeering Commanders fans as he was […]

The clock has not struck midnight on the Washington Commanders, but the glass slipper does not fit nearly as easily as it did before the latest edition of Thursday Night Football. Saquon Barkley exploded in the second half and the defense contained rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels to propel the Philadelphia Eagles to a 26-18 victory. […]