Steelers David Johnson Out for Season
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Steelers Star Was to Play Fullback This Year
David Johnson made his name as the tough tight end that occasionally would come in on short down situations as a fullback. This year Johnson was to play fullback in a different way to get the Steelers to “smashmouth” football that all the fines love.
That plan changed last night as Johnson was injured in the first quarter.
Read more about David Johnson’s injury and the impact it will have on the plan for Todd Haely’s offense…. Make sure to leave a comment.
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From Twitter…
TE/FB David Johnson Shelved For The Year #Steelers – http://t.co/AczUjEQp
Friday, August 10, 2012 3:40:31 PM
RT @DVEMike: Tough break for David Johnson in Philly but if his absence turns into a deal-breaker then Steelers aren’t the team I think they can become.
Friday, August 10, 2012 3:24:37 PM
Looks like #Steelers starting FB David Johnson has torn ACL and will miss the season. Undrafted Will Johnson of WVU only other FB on roster.