The Dallas Cowboys have waived defensive end from their injured reserve list, according to Tuesday’s NFL transaction log. Johnson had been dealing with an undisclosed injury that led to his initial waiver with an injury designation in late August. After clearing waivers, he was placed on the Cowboys’ injured reserve, where he was set to miss the entire 2024 season.
However, by waiving him from injured reserve, the Cowboys are allowing Johnson the opportunity to potentially sign with another team once he has fully recovered from his injury. While the nature of his injury has not been disclosed, this move indicates that Dallas has decided to part ways with the defensive end rather than keep him on their IR list for the season.
Johnson, a promising young player, could still have a future in the NFL if he can regain full health. Teams in need of depth at the defensive end position might consider picking him up once he’s cleared to play. His ability to contribute to a team’s pass rush or defensive line rotation could make him a valuable addition for franchises dealing with injuries or looking to bolster their defensive unit.
For now, Johnson remains a free agent and will need to focus on his recovery in hopes of catching the attention of another NFL team. While missing the entire 2024 season seemed likely while on injured reserve, his release now opens up a possibility for him to return to action later in the year, depending on the timing of his recovery and potential interest from other teams.
Overall, this move gives both Johnson and the Cowboys flexibility. Dallas clears a spot on their roster, and Johnson is no longer restricted by being on the injured reserve list, giving him the chance to find a new team when he’s healthy enough to compete again.
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