Josh Johnson Pushes Mallett for Backup Job in Baltimore

Josh Johnson Is Competing With Ryan Mallet For the Backup Quarterback job.

Preseason brings the joy of vanilla play calling, bush league announce teams, and meaningless final scores; however, sometimes a player steps up and makes the games worth watching.

Through the first two games, journeyman quarterback Josh Johnson is making a strong case to make the team. Ryan Mallett, who started both preseason games, was a late season addition last year and seemed to be the clear favorite to win the spot, but Johnson’s play warrants at least a conversation.

Johnson is completing over 70% of his passes and had thrown for 155 yards and 1 touchdown. Adding in 57 rushing yards makes this a productive start…