Seahawks Acquire Fast Cornerback Ahead of Training Camp

WHO:

Heavy NFL - The Seattle Seahawks added cornerback Brandon Johnson.

seahawks.com - Tight end Harrison Bryant was waived to make room on the 90-man roster.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The Seahawks signed cornerback Brandon Johnson just three days before the start of training camp.

seahawks.com - Johnson spent most of his rookie season on Philadelphia's practice squad, appearing in three games with one start.

seahawks.com - Johnson recorded 45 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, five pass breakups, and one interception during his time at Oregon.

WHERE:

seahawks.com - Johnson was undrafted out of Oregon and previously signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.

WHEN:

seahawks.com - Training camp begins on Saturday.

WHY:

seahawks.com - The Seahawks added Johnson to increase cornerback depth ahead of training camp.

HOW:

seahawks.com - Johnson transferred to Oregon after three seasons at Duke and was an All-Big Ten honorable mention selection in his one season with the Ducks.

The Seattle Seahawks have signed cornerback Brandon Johnson just three days before the start of training camp, which kicks off on Saturday. To make room on the 90-man roster, the team waived tight end Harrison Bryant, while Johnson, who spent most of his rookie season on the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad, recorded impressive stats during his time at Oregon. He tallied 45 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, five pass breakups, and one interception, showcasing his potential as the Seahawks look to bolster their cornerback depth.