On Tuesday, the Chicago Bears tweaked their practice squad when they signed 26-year-old wide receiver Collin Johnson and, in a corresponding move, released kicker John Parker Romo.
After four years at the University of Texas, Johnson was a 2020 fifth-round pick of the Jacksonville Jaguars. He played the 2021 season with the New York Giants and missed 2022 with a torn achilles. During his two years, he combined for 29 receptions, 377 yards. and 2 touchdowns in 26 games (1 start) while also playing on 277 special teams snaps.
A 6’6”, 222 pounds, Johnson is now the biggest receiver on the team.