The Commanders signed Johnson to a one-year contract Friday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Johnson, a 38-year-old veteran, threw just three passes across his six regular-season appearances in 2024 while working in relief of Lamar Jackson with the Ravens. Back in 2018, he appeared in four regular-season games with Washington. Johnson will now join Marcus Mariota as a depth option behind Jayden Daniels, the reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year.
Josh Johnson Throws three passes in 2024
Johnson played in six regular-season games in 2024, completing two of three passes for 17 yards while netting one yard on four carries.
Analysis: All of Johnson's work came in brief appearances in relief of Lamar Jackson, as he didn't log more than 10 offensive snaps in any game. The veteran signal-caller did see his most work since 2021, but that doesn't change his outlook as a career backup. Johnson is set to become a free agent, and there's been some speculation that he could elect to hang up his cleats.
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