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Tyrell Johnson | Defensive Back

Team: Detroit Lions
Age / DOB:  (28) / 5/19/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 207
College: Arkansas State
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Lions signed S Tyrell Johnson.
Veteran S Erik Coleman was waived in a corresponding move. Johnson has been out of the league since the Dolphins released him in the preseason. The 2008 second-rounder was a bust in Minnesota. Tue, Dec 4, 2012 06:17:00 PM
Source: Tim Twentyman on Twitter

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Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

The Vikings worked out SS Tyrell Johnson.

Johnson was released by the Dolphins this preseason. He appeared in 11 games with the Vikings in 2011, making three starts. If signed, he would provide depth with Mistral Raymond (ankle) expected to miss the next three to five weeks.
Related: Vikings
Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities
Sat, Sep 29, 2012 09:53:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

According to the Miami Herald, Dolphins SS Tyrell Johnson ended the offseason program "no better than fifth on the depth chart."

Johnson was signed as a candidate to replace Yeremiah Bell, but will likely make a bigger impact on special teams. He hasn't shown anything that would indicate he's ahead of Chris Clemons at this stage. The Herald considers Johnson the "biggest disappointment" of the Dolphins' free agent signings.
Source: Miami Herald
Thu, Jul 12, 2012 09:37:00 AM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Dolphins SS Tyrell Johnson is "85 percent" recovered from the hamstring tendon avulsion that ended his season in late November.

The injury was serious enough to require surgery. Johnson may be eased into OTAs to familiarize himself with Kevin Coyle's defense, but he's unlikely to be a full participant until training camp.
Source: Miami Herald
Fri, Apr 6, 2012 10:11:00 AM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Dolphins signed SS Tyrell Johnson, formerly of the Vikings.

The 43rd pick in the 2008 draft, Johnson underachieved in Minnesota, starting just 27 of 49 games over four seasons. He was primarily a special teamer last year, playing roughly 30 percent of the defensive snaps. A liability in deep coverage, Johnson is a candidate to replace Yeremiah Bell as the Dolphins' in-the-box safety.
Related: Vikings
Thu, Apr 5, 2012 04:26:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

The Dolphins recently hosted SS Tyrell Johnson for a free agent visit.

Johnson would be a younger version of outgoing SS Yeremiah Bell; both are strictly in-the-box safeties. Johnson played special teams in Minnesota last year.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Ben Volin on Twitter
Mon, Apr 2, 2012 06:15:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Free agent S Tyrell Johnson says he's about 75-80 percent healed from hamstring surgery.

Johnson had a hamstring tendon avulsion and needed surgery in late November. He's not expected back with the Vikings and will need to prove his health before attracting attention on the open market.
Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities
Wed, Mar 14, 2012 08:34:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings placed S Tyrell Johnson on injured reserve with a torn hamstring, ending his season.

Johnson suffered the tough injury in Week 12. With Husain Abdullah also done for the year, Mistral Raymond will likely take over at free safety, leaving the Vikes with second- or third-teamers at three positions in the secondary. A bust as the No. 43 pick in the 2008 draft, Johnson will reach free agency in 2012.
Related: Mistral Raymond
Tue, Nov 29, 2011 06:48:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings coach Leslie Frazier described S Tyrell Johnson's hamstring injury as "significant" at his Monday press conference.

It sounds like Johnson could be dealing with a season-ending ailment. Minnesota's primary reserve at safety, Johnson has tallied 28 tackles and zero interceptions. Mistral Raymond should be first in line for an increase in snaps.
Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter
Mon, Nov 28, 2011 01:45:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings S Tyrell Johnson left Sunday's game in the second quarter with a hamstring injury.

Johnson tweaked his right hamstring. He's considered questionable to return.
Sun, Nov 27, 2011 01:51:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings S Tyrell Johnson was arrested on a fourth-degree DWI charge early Tuesday morning.

Johnson's alcohol concentration registered 0.12. A fourth-degree DWI is a misdemeanor. Johnson has been a disappointment since being selected with the No. 43 overall pick in the 2008 draft, failing to beat out for Jamarca Sanford for the starting job this summer. He'll likely avoid league discipline as this is his first violation of the personal conduct policy.
Source: ESPN 1500 Twin Cities
Tue, Sep 20, 2011 11:13:00 AM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Coach Leslie Frazier has challenged S Tyrell Johnson to "step up" and earn a starting job this summer.

"This is his year," said Frazier. "We're counting on him to have a big year for us and push to be a starter for our football team." The current plan is for Johnson to compete with Madieu Williams for the free safety job. The Vikes won't want to pay Williams' hefty salary, so Johnson should be considered the favorite.
Related: Madieu Williams
Source: St. Paul Pioneer Press
Tue, Mar 22, 2011 04:51:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings placed S Tyrell Johnson (knee) on injured reserve, ending his season.

A disappointing end to a disappointing season. Johnson managed just two tackles on 60 plays in his lone 2010 start, and played sparingly throughout the year. His deactivation opens up roster space for WR Juaquin Iglesias.
Related: Juaquin Iglesias
Sat, Jan 1, 2011 02:49:00 PM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings S Tyrell Johnson (knee) is listed as out for Week 16.

Starting FS Madieu Williams (concussion) is questionable, meaning there's a chance Husain Abdullah and Eric Frampton are the team's starters at safety against Philadelphia in Week 16. That combo represents one of (if not the) worst in football, so look for Michael Vick and the Eagles to take plenty of shots downfield. DeSean Jackson and Mike Vick are must starts, while Jeremy Maclin comes in as our No. 10 WR play for the week.
Related: Jeremy Maclin, Madieu Williams
Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Sat, Dec 25, 2010 08:20:00 AM
Tyrell Johnson - DB - Lions

Vikings S Tyrell Johnson is dealing with a sprained MCL in his left knee.

Johnson is "limping badly" this week, and beat writer Tom Pelissero suggests the injury could end his season. Johnson has been a bit player this season with Husain Abdullah taking over as the starting strong safety.
Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter
Thu, Dec 9, 2010 01:10:00 PM

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