Texans claim WR Diontae Johnson off waivers from Ravens

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The Houston Texans, in need of receiving help after Tank Dell's season-ending knee injury, claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers Monday.

Earlier Monday, the team announced that Dell suffered a torn ACL and dislocated kneecap in Saturday's 27-19 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Ravens waived Johnson on Friday, ending his drama-filled seven weeks with the team. The Ravens suspended him for one game after he refused to play in a Dec. 1 game against the Philadelphia Eagles and then he was excused from team activities last week.

Baltimore had acquired Johnson in a trade with the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 29, but he played only 39 snaps for the team, catching one…