Johnson was claimed off waivers by the Giants on Tuesday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Johnson was in the midst of his fourth season with the Eagles, primarily working as a contributor on special teams. It's likely the Giants brought him on board to handle a similar role while providing depth in their linebacker corps.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Clears injury report Wednesday
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Johnson (ankle) did not appear on the Eagles' injury report Wednesday.
Johnson was sidelined during practice with an ankle injury in early August, but he appears to be healthy heading into Week 1 against New England. Over 16 games last season, the 2021 seventh-round pick totaled 11 tackles while primarily playing on special teams.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Logs full practice Thursday
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Johnson (ankle) was listed as a full participant on the Eagles' injury report Thursday.
Johnson was forced out with an ankle issue during the second half of Sunday's win over the Packers, leaving him limited during Wednesday's walkthrough. However, his ability to practice in full Thursday indicates he should be ready to go against Tennessee in Week 13. Johnson has recorded five tackles and one forced fumble while playing the majority of his snaps on special teams this season, and he'll likely continue to provide depth at linebacker moving forward.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Won't face Cardinals
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Johnson (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.
Johnson suffered a concussion in the Eagles' Week 4 win over the Jaguars. He was unable to practice during the week, implying that he did not clear the league's concussion protocol. Prior to suffering the injury, Johnson served primarily on special teams and recorded two tackles across four games on the campaign.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Sustains injury Sunday
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Johnson (head) is questionable to return during Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Johnson exited to undergo evaluation for an unspecified head injury suffered in the first half Sunday. With the backup linebacker's status up in the air, rookie Kyron Johnson will get increased playing time against Jacksonville.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Logs full practice
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Johnson (back) was a full practice participant Friday, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Johnson suffered the injury during the team's Week 13 win over the Jets, and he also had the benefit of a bye week to heal. His full participation Friday should mean that he'll be available for Tuesday's matchup against Washington. Through 13 games this season, Johnson has recorded 11 total tackles while seeing the field primarily on special teams.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Clear of serious injury
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Coach Nick Sirianni said Monday that Johnson's back injury isn't a serious issue, EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Johnson suffered the injury during the first half of Sunday's win over the Jets and never retook the field, but it's apparently not a significant injury. The rookie seventh-round pick will have the Week 14 bye to aid in his recovery before Philadelphia takes on Washington on Dec. 19.
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Eagles' Patrick Johnson: Questionable to return Sunday
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Johnson (back) is questionable to return Sunday against the Jets.
Johnson left the Eagles' Week 13 matchup in the first half with a back injury. The rookie has mostly played special teams this season, so his absence shouldn't impact Philadelphia's defensive rotations.
