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Colts claim defensive tackle Eric Johnson II off waivers from Patriots

Eric Johnson II will be returning to the organization that filled out his NFL draft card.

The Indianapolis Colts claimed the defensive tackle off waivers from the New England Patriots on Thursday afternoon.

We have claimed DT Eric Johnson II off waivers (from NE) and waived S Marcel Dabo.

— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) May 15, 2025

Johnson, 26, became the corresponding move at Gillette Stadium following the signing of veteran running back Trayveon Williams. The 6-foot-4, 299-pounder had been awarded there as the league’s 53-man roster deadline passed last August.