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Former Texas A&M LB Buddy Johnson makes the 53-man roster for the Dallas Cowboys

Former Texas A&M Linebacker Buddy Johnson impressive preseason earns him a spot on the Dallas Cowboys 53-man roster

After being drafted in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL draft by the Pittsburg Steelers, former Texas A&M linebacker, Buddy Johnson bounced around the league before landing on the Dallas Cowboys practice squad last season.

He was impressive enough to be signed to a reserve/futures contract after the yeah with a chance to compete for a spot this season. During the preseason, he showed a nose for the ball and came up big a few times during the final game against the Los Angeles Chargers. This no doubt played a role in him making it through the final cuts and being placed on the Cowboys‘ 53-man roster

Johnson has always been knocked for being “undersized” and has continually proved people wrong and after the cut deadline on Tuesday, he did that again.

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Former Texas A&M LB Buddy Johnson has been activated by the Dallas Cowboys

Former Texas A&M linebacker Buddy Johnson has been activated by the Dallas Cowboys in Saturday’s pivotal matchup vs. the Detroit Lions.

The Dallas Cowboys (10-5) host the Detroit Lions (11-4) on Saturday night in a battle of playoff teams with plenty on the line as the Cowboys look to stay in contention for the NFC East title. At the same time, the Lions, who have already clinched the NFC North, still have a shot at the No. 1 overall seed.

When observing the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, the Cowboys’ have dealt with attrition at linebacker, as veteran LB Leighton Vander Esch’s season-ending injury led to a scramble to find enough depth to finish out the 2023 season.

However, standout former safety Marquise Bell has emerged as the lone bright spot at the position, playing at a Pro Bowl level. Still, outside of Bell and second-year linebacker Damone Clark, whose play has been average at best down the stretch, Dallas has officially activated former Texas A&M LB Buddy Johnson for the first time this season, according to Dallas Cowboys.com writer Nick Harris.

Johnson, a native of Dallas, Texas, was drafted in the 4th round by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2021 NFL Draft and has spent the last two seasons on multiple practice squads, returning home after signing with the Cowboys on Oct. 24.

In four seasons with the Aggies (2017-2020), Johnson, a fan favorite, recorded 209 tackles (101 solo tackles), 23.5 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and an interception during one of the more productive careers from an A&M linebacker since the Aggies entered the SEC in 2012.

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Bears announce roster moves ahead of training camp

The Bears made the signings of Isaiah Ford and Buddy Johnson official, while also waiving two others.

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The Chicago Bears have made some changes to the roster ahead of training camp, which officially begins Wednesday.

As previously reported, the Bears have signed wide receiver Isaiah Ford and linebacker Buddy Johnson. They also waived linebacker Sterling Weatherford and punter Ryan Anderson.

Ford, a former seventh-round pick by the Dolphins in 2017, has served as a reserve wideout during his career. He last saw action during the 2021 season, where he totaled 12 receptions for 161 yards and two touchdowns. In 2022, Ford spent the season on the Indianapolis Colts practice squad.

Johnson, a former fourth-round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2021, played primarily on special teams as a rookie. He was waived during roster cutdowns in his second season. But he soon landed on the San Francisco 49ers practice squad for the 2022 season.

Ford and Johnson and expected to serve as camp bodies, where they’ll also look to compete for a spot on Chicago’s practice squad.

Bears veterans report to Halas Hall for training camp Tuesday, with the first practice scheduled for Wednesday morning. (See the complete training camp schedule here).

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Report: Bears to sign former Steelers LB Buddy Johnson

According to Aaron Wilson, the Bears are signing former Steelers linebacker Buddy Johnson.

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The Chicago Bears are bringing in defensive help ahead of training camp, but it’s not at the edge rusher position as many expected.

According to KPRC reporter and NFL insider Aaron Wilson, the Bears are signing former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Buddy Johnson to a deal.

Johnson was selected by the Steelers in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft out of Texas A&M. He played in just four games his rookie season, primarily on special teams. He totaled just two tackles.

Johnson couldn’t climb the depth chart entering his second season in Steelers camp and was waived during roster cutdowns. He signed with the San Francisco 49ers practice squad prior to the 2022 season and now comes to the Bears in an attempt to restart his career.

For weeks, a defensive signing was expected by the Bears, but many assumed it would be to address edge rusher, not inside linebacker. Johnson will compete with reserve players such as Sterling Weatherford, DeMarquis Gates, and Kuony Deng for a roster spot when training camp practices get underway this Wednesday.

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Colts’ 7-round mock draft: Pre free agency

A pre free agency mock draft.

The Indianapolis Colts are set to hit free agency with plenty of salary-cap space. Those moves will have an impact on their path in the 2021 NFL draft.

With several needs to address in free agency, the Colts could be somewhat active but they shouldn’t be expected to splurge like some are predicting. They will plug holes and find value as they have in recent seasons.

With all that said, there could be plenty of changes coming to the roster during free agency.

Here’s a seven-round mock draft ahead of free agency: