History of Diontae Johnson in Timeline
Diontae Johnson is an American football wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers. He entered the NFL when he was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Toledo.
July 5, 1996: Birth of Diontae Johnson
Diontae Lamarcus Johnson was born on July 5, 1996.
2015: Diontae Johnson Begins College Football Career at Toledo
Diontae Johnson began his college football career at the University of Toledo in 2015.
2018: Diontae Johnson Concludes College Football Career at Toledo
In 2018, Diontae Johnson finished his college football career at the University of Toledo, where he had a successful run. He ended his time at Toledo with 135 catches for 2,235 yards, and 23 touchdowns. He also had four rushing attempts for 26 yards.
2019: Diontae Johnson Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers
In 2019, Diontae Johnson was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the NFL draft. This selection was originally acquired in a trade that sent Antonio Brown to the Oakland Raiders.
January 3, 2020: Diontae Johnson Named to NFL All-Pro Second-Team
On January 3, 2020, Diontae Johnson was recognized for his performance as a punt return specialist during the 2019 NFL season and was named to the NFL All-Pro Second-Team.
August 4, 2022: Diontae Johnson Signs Contract Extension with Pittsburgh Steelers
On August 4, 2022, Diontae Johnson signed a two-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, securing $36.71 million, with $27 million guaranteed.
September 18, 2023: Diontae Johnson Placed on Injured Reserve
On September 18, 2023, Diontae Johnson was placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury he sustained in the opening game of the season against the San Francisco 49ers.
October 21, 2023: Diontae Johnson Activated from Injured Reserve
On October 21, 2023, Diontae Johnson was activated from injured reserve, returning to the Steelers lineup after recovering from his hamstring injury.
March 12, 2024: Diontae Johnson Traded to the Carolina Panthers
On March 12, 2024, Diontae Johnson was traded to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for cornerback Donte Jackson and the 178th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.