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Duke Johnson is proving to the Houston Texans that they got their money’s worth. Despite a reported strained hamstring, the 25-year-old running back hardly showed any signs of it and had exemplary mobility in his first practice with his new team. “It’s great to have him out here,” said Texans coach Bill O’Brien in a […]

The Houston Texans made a splash with the acquisition of former Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson. Unfortunately, it appears, fans will have to wait a bit longer to see him in his new digs. According to Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle, Johnson is not expected to play against the Lions this week: Duke […]

Cleveland Browns running back Dontrell Hilliard views himself as the key person to gain from the Duke Johnson trade. The Browns sent Johnson to the Houston Texans last week for a conditional 2020 fourth-round pick. Now Hilliard, 24, believes he’ll benefit from the vacancy in the backfield. Via Antony Poisal in ClevelandBrowns.com: “I feel real […]

Duke Johnson had been waiting for a trade from the Cleveland Browns all offseason after the team made the move to sign Kareem Hunt. With Nick Chubb already penciled in as the starter, Johnson knew that there would be no role for him within the offense after Hunt returns from suspension. Thankfully, the Browns appeased […]

Fans of the Cleveland Browns have been waiting for Kareem Hunt to step on the practice field in training camp. On Saturday, Hunt participated in team drills in camp for the first time since arriving in Cleveland, per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal. To begin training camp, Hunt was on the non-football injury […]

With the Houston Texans’ acquisition of Duke Johnson from the Cleveland Browns, the next question is: “How will Johnson work with Lamar Miller?” Lamar Miller isn’t sweating his new competition in the backfield, however. Instead, the 28-year-old running back sees his new teammate as a partner in crime. Per Aaron Wilson in the Houston Chronicle: […]

The Cleveland Browns decided to move on from running back Duke Johnson on Wednesday. General manager John Dorsey shipped him off to the Houston Texans for a conditional fourth-round pick. This comes as no surprise, as Johnson had requested a trade in February. The running back had also missed almost all of training camp with […]

On Thursday, the Cleveland Browns finally granted Duke Johnson’s wish, trading the disgruntled running back to the Houston Texans for a fourth-round draft pick that will become a third-rounder if Johnson is active in 10 games for the Texans this season. Legendary Browns offensive lineman Joe Thomas is a huge fan of the trade, praising […]

Despite much speculation, the Cleveland Browns finally granted running back Duke Johnson’s wish to be traded by sending him to the Houston Texans in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick in 2020. Although the Texans boast arguably as much talent on their roster as the Browns do, their depth in the backfield is hardly as […]

The Cleveland Browns and John Dorsey traded running back Duke Johnson to the Houston Texans on Thursday morning. The trade came amid Johnson’s request after the signing of Kareem Hunt, an addition to the Browns’ roster which would hurt Johnson’s amount of playing time. In return for Johnson, the Browns received a fourth-round pick in […]

CLUTCH Summary: After previously asking for a trade, Duke Johnson finally got what he wanted, as the Cleveland Browns traded the running back to the Houston Texans. The impact it will have on both teams might end up being dramatic, especially since it’s already August. At the end of the way, this ends up being […]

The Houston Texans don’t have a general manager for this season and have said that they will use a committee approach for the job. One of the first big moves without a general manager was the team trading for running back Duke Johnson from the Cleveland Browns, and according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, […]

The Cleveland Browns offseason has been labeled a huge success by many but has been muddled by the trade request of Duke Johnson Jr. Finally, after many failed attempts, Johnson has gotten his wish to be traded to another team. According to the Browns, the team has traded Duke Johnson Jr. to the Houston Texans. […]

The Cleveland Browns have made it abundantly clear that they have no intention of honoring Duke Johnson’s trade request any time soon. Fortunately for the veteran running back, then, he’s at least poised to have a significant role in his team’s potentially devastating offensive attack while he remains in Cleveland. During an interview with NFL […]

Many high-profile players have already been traded this offseason, and the 2019 NFL trade deadline isn’t until midseason. Here are 10 others who could find themselves on new teams this fall. 10. Karl Joseph, SS, Oakland Raiders The 14th overall pick in 2016, Joseph was marginalized by head coach Jon Gruden last season, starting only […]

Earlier this offseason, the Cleveland Browns signed Kareem Hunt from free agency. In a corresponding move, Duke Johnson requested a trade from the team but the Browns have other plans. According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Duke Johnson’s agent spoke to Cleveland’s front office on Monday. Drew Rosenhaus (Johnson’s agent) was seen talking to […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has been wanting out of the organization for a while. With Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt in-place, the talented former Miami Hurricanes star is looking for a bigger role than Cleveland can offer. Despite earlier trade talks, a hiring of NFL super-agent Drew Rosenhaus, and public trade requests, he’s […]

Earlier this offseason, the Cleveland Browns signed Kareem Hunt in free agency. That prompted Duke Johnson to request a trade from the Browns due to the belief he wouldn’t get much time on the field. In an article by Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Freddie Kitchens said Duke Johnson will have a “significant role” in […]

It appears that Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield and running back Duke Johnson have put asides their differences and are ready to help the team this season. Mayfield said on Thursday that he and Johnson are good and there are no hard feelings on either side. #Browns QB Baker Mayfield said he and Duke Johnson […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson reported to training camp on Wednesday. While that’s definitely a positive sentence, it doesn’t mean he’s thrilled with the situation. Johnson has publicly shared how unhappy he is in his role and it’s led to some issues. Talks have been kicked into high gear as many believe the Browns […]

The Cleveland Browns report for training camp tomorrow, which officially kicks off perhaps the most anticipated season in franchise history. The team has playoff aspirations, and is considered by some as a legitimate Super Bowl contender after a busy offseason. Cleveland may be the most interesting team in the NFL, which means there will be […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has made it known that he wants a trade from the team. However, he will still show up to work as the Browns begin training camp. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network: Browns RB Duke Johnson, who has requested a trade from Cleveland, will report to the Browns for […]

It’s no secret that Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson isn’t exactly happy with his current situation. He’s been talking about a trade for quite some time in fact. Things got to the point where he fired his agent, and hired Drew Rosenhaus. Now, Rosenhaus is meeting with the Browns in order to figure things […]

It’s no secret that Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson wants to be traded, and it has caused some friction in the locker room, as evidenced by Baker Mayfield ripping him for it last month. But Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry does not think Johnson’s trade request will become a bigger problem moving forward: “It […]

The Cleveland Browns have entered the world of legitimacy among the rest of the league’s up and coming teams as they appear to have the roster it will take to make a run for a postseason appearance. After trading for Odell Beckham Jr. and signing numerous players that will provide an immediate impact, it’s going […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson is not backing off of his trade demand, and after his hiring of Drew Rosenhaus as his agent, it’s becoming increasingly likely that he will get traded before the start of the season. According to Pro Football Talk, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a team to watch as a […]

Duke Johnson has a new agent. Considering his new representation is the notoriously powerful Drew Rosenhaus, it should come as no surprise at all there’s been no change in Johnson’s status otherwise. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Johnson hired Rosenhaus as his new agent on Thursday, and still has every intention of being traded from […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson is clearly ready for some change. Early in the offseason he requested a trade. That hasn’t happened yet though, as the Browns haven’t even made it clear they’re attempting to fulfill that request. Now according to Ian Rapoport, Johnson’s made a change he can control – by parting ways […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has made it clear a few times that he would like to be traded this off-season but with training camp approaching and he still on the team, he isn’t concerned that those comments are going to cause issues going forward. Johnson said at minicamp that he would like to […]

Earlier this month, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield ripped running back Duke Johnson for his trade demand, saying that his situation was “self-inflicted” and said “you’re either on this train or you’re not.” Mayfield’s comments caused some ripples, and there were reports that some of Mayfield’s teammates even went to him afterward and told him […]

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield recently made headlines with what many assumed was a shot at running back Duke Johnson. Wide receiver Jarvis Landry is now doing what he can dispel any notion of bad blood. Mayfield’s comments had reportedly led to some friction in the locker room. According to Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has made it clear that he is not happy with his current situation and wants a trade, and quarterback Baker Mayfield has made it equally clear that he is not happy about Johnson’s attitude. Earlier in the offseason, Mayfield called Johnson’s issues “self-inflicted” and said that “you’re either on […]

Sky-high hopes for the Cleveland Browns in 2019 lie on the shoulders of Baker Mayfield more than anyone else in the locker room. Just because his level of talent and status as the team’s franchise quarterback lends him leadership credence, though, doesn’t mean teammates won’t call Mayfield out when they see fit. According to Michael […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson has made it clear again that he wants to be traded and it doesn’t appear that coach Freddie Kitchens cares. Kitchens said on NFL Network that he doesn’t think that Johnson’s comments about wanting to be traded are actually as meaningful as what the media is making it out […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson may want a trade, but that does not mean his teammates want him off the roster. Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry says that he and the rest of his teammates are certainly making Johnson feel wanted, according to Josina Anderson of ESPN. He also added that he hopes Johnson […]

Just about anything associated with the Cleveland Browns is trending up right now. It appears that not everything is perfect, though. Running back Duke Johnson requested a trade, and quarterback Baker Mayfield doesn’t seem too thrilled about it, according to Josina Anderson of ESPN. #Browns QB Baker Mayfield on Duke Johnson still wanting to be […]

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson reported to mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, but that doesn’t mean his demands have changed. According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, Johnson would still like to be traded to a team where he will have more of a role. #Browns Duke Johnson says he still wants to be traded […]

All is not well for the Cleveland Browns as many may expect. Duke Johnson didn’t show up for OTA’s like he was expected to. According to multiple reports, Johnson was expected to make an appearance at the Browns OTA’s this week despite trade rumors. The Browns running back has asked for a trade multiple times […]

Running back Duke Johnson, who’s skipped the Cleveland Browns’ voluntary offseason program until now, will participate in OTAs which begin Tuesday, according to Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Johnson requested a trade earlier this offseason after the Browns acquired former Chiefs back Kareem Hunt. However, the Browns have maintained the fact that […]