Eagles claim ex-Lions running back Kerryon Johnson off waivers | 3 thoughts on the move
Updated May 08, 11:19 AM;
Posted May 07, 4:33 PM
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed former Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson off waivers on Friday.AP Photo/Lon Horwedel
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The Lions waived Johnson on Thursday.
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Johnson joins the Eagles less than a week after the team selected Memphis running back Kenneth Gainwell in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. Johnson’s arrival gives the Eagles another running back with a versatile skill set and starting experience.
The 5-foot-11, 211-pound running back was a second-round pick in 2018. During his three seasons in Detroit, Johnson produced 1,225 rushing yards, 527 receiving yards and 11 total touchdowns. While he has a notable draft pedigree, Johnson only has a career average of 4.3 yards per carry. His production has also dropped off in each of the past two seasons following a promising rookie campaign.