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LARRY JOHNSON, PITTSBURGH STEELER?

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:54:00 -0500

Could this man be the next member of the Pittsburgh Steelers? If it were up to him...yes. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, RB Larry Johnson, recently freed of the burdens of an NFL contract, would like to join the Steelers. Let me try and contain my enthusiasm.

Predictably, the internet has gone wild with this nugget of information; but just like the Michael Vick-to-the-Steelers theory, let's slow down a minute before we go signing anyone on behalf of Kevin Colbert and Mike Tomlin. Once again, the Steelers do not need this player. They already have several running backs who are more than capable of handling an NFL workload. And while the Steelers are certainly are not exempt from players who have had run-ins with the law, they have been their own players, not players from other teams who are being given a second chance at NFL life by the Black and Gold. With the exception of the extremely mislabeled Jerome Bettis, images are not generally rehabbed in the Steel City.

Again drawing comparisons to Vick and ignoring the off-field distractions, this is a player who is in a career freefall. After Johnson's ridiculous two-year run of 752 carries, 3539 yards rushing, and 40 total touchdowns in just 25 starts between 2005 and 2006, his numbers have predictably flatlined. He was clearly overused by the Chiefs in that time, and his stats are a direct reflection of the heavy workload. He hasn't played more than 12 games in a season since then, his top yardage total was 874 in 2008, and he's getting just 2.7 yards per carry this season. I don't know about you, but those numbers don't really excite me.

In short, if you really feel that the Steelers need an expensive, overworked, baggage-laden, soon-to-be-30-year-old running back, then by all means, I suggest you support the Larry Johnson-to-Pittsburgh cause. But I'm guessing you won't have much support.

Schefter: Larry Johnson wants to play for the Steelers [PFT]

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Larry Johnson, former fantasy luminary, is looking for work

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:33:13 -0500

If you're relatively new to fantasy football, then Larry Johnson(notes) is an uncomplicated character. LJ's release from the Chiefs is a non-event. All the recent anecdotal evidence suggests that he's a complete tool; all the recent statistical evidence suggests that he could be finished as a productive NFL back. Johnson is not a player who requires serious analysis. But if you're not new to fantasy football – let's say, hypothetically, that you owned LJ in a highly ...

Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: Larry Johnson Gets Laid Off

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:30:00 -0500

by Sean LalleyCut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's weekday roundup of the NFL news with fantasy football impact. The Kansas City Chiefs have finally bid farewell to Larry Johnson. The troubled RB who was once famed and beloved in many a fantasy circle is now simply an after thought. Aside from his horrid play of the field, his off-field antics and foul mouthed tweets were simply enough for the Chiefs to pull the plug. He was cranking up to the tune of less than 3.0 yards per carry on t...

The Texans to Try Out Larry Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:00:04 -0500

More photos » by Jeff Roberson - AP Browse more photos » The Houston Texans will hold a workout for embattled running back Larry Johnson. Johnson was cut today by the Kansas City Chiefs after several run-ins with new head coach Todd Haley, most notably a recent public questioning of Haley's background followed by a homophobic slur. I would hope that there is no chance that the Texans will claim Johnson o...

Fed-Up K.C. Ownership Pushed to Act

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:45:00 -0500

by Thomas GeorgeFiled under: Chiefs, NFL AnalysisThe Lamar Hunt Super Bowl Gallery was dedicated during Hall of Fame weekend last August in Canton, Ohio. Hunt -- the Kansas City Chiefs owner, a 1982 Hall of Fame inductee, and the man who coined the name "Super Bowl'' -- died at age 74 in 2006. His family attended the ceremony, including his wife of 42 years, Norma. She had many remembrances of her husband, including this one she shared with me: "Lamar always stood for what w...

Redskins have no interest in Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:01:10 -0500

Per Ryan O’Halloran of the Washington Times’ Twitter feed, the Redskins have no interest in signing running back Larry Johnson. Some talk about the possibility came up this morning when Jim Zorn said that the team had discussed picking up Johnson, who was released by the Chiefs earlier today. There appears to be a need since [...]

Don't hold your breath for troubled RB Larry Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:29:00 -0500

Don't expect to see discarded, controversial running back Larry Johnson suiting up for the Lions anytime soon. Kansas City officially released Johnson today and subjected him to the waiver wire. Based on record and strength of schedule, the Lions are believed to stand fourth in line on waiver-wire claims. Even though the Lions could use the help of a Pro Bowler, one Lions official indicated little interested in Johnson and expressed doubt that any team would be willing to take the fin...

Chiefs-Jaguars one-liners

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:32:54 -0500

The Chiefs mounted a late comeback but it fell short in a 24-21 loss to the Jaguars. Chiefs S Mike Brown blamed himself for giving up two big touchdown plays and said he "let the team down."WR Chris Chambers caught...

Fantasy Football Quick-Hitters: LJ, Portis, Henry and Westy

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:15:26 -0500

The Chiefs waive Larry Johnson. It’s interesting timing. Maybe KC saw enough out of Jamaal Charles (6 rushes, 36 yards) and Kolby Smith (4 rushes, 17 yards) to make them confident enough to cut LJ loose. The Chiefs have some nice rushing matchups coming up, but if Charles is only going to get nine touches, [...]

Larry Johnson is a Free Agent

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:00:42 -0500

Larry Johnson: “The Chiefs released running back Larry Johnson on Monday, his first day back from a two-week suspension for conduct detrimental to the team.” Landing spots? He’s probably too radioactive now, but San Diego might make sense (need a bigger back), Cleveland (he can gay bash with Brady Quinn!) too, and the Eagles still [...]

Chiefs cut RB Larry Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:10:00 -0500

The Kansas City Chiefs released RB Larry Johnson earlier today after seven years with the franchise. This move was anticipated for the last two seasons due to an explosion of off-field problems for the former Pro-Bowler. Johnson's actions recently degraded the gay/lesbian community and took shots at the credibility and qualifications of the coaching staff, namely head coach Todd Haley. Legal problems have marred Johnson's image in the Kansas City community and with the team....

Update: Chiefs waive Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:30:33 -0500

The Kansas City Chiefs have released running back Larry Johnson. Johnson was involved in an incident recently by questioning coach Todd Haley’s credentials on his Twitter account, insulting fans and using a gay slur. He then repeated the slur to reporters the next day. Johnson, a first round draft pick in 2003 from Penn State, needed 75 yards [...]

IS LARRY JOHNSON’S CAREER OVER?

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:11:37 -0500

Word is out that the Kansas City Chiefs have officially parted ways with their petulant running back, Larry Johnson. I guess guys that criticize the coaching staff and address the media as “f*****s” aren’t the locker room staple that they once were. But either way, it’s not a foregone conclusion that the Penn State product’s [...]

Chiefs Cut Ties with Larry Johnson; Release Back

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:05:39 -0500

The Kansas City Chiefs have released running back Larry Johnson. He was suspended by the team for using a gay slur recently on his Twitter account. He had stated an apology, but the team was tired of his antics and decided to cut ties with him all together. “I regret my actions. The words [...]

Chiefs Will Be Cutting Larry Johnson Today

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:55:10 -0500

Per my NFL Mobile Live the Chiefs will be cutting Larry Johnson today. It all works out to a cost of a $2.14 million dollar paycheck to Larry in exchange for the right to keep him from stinking up Arrowhead any further. Lots of questions emerge in my Arrowhead addicted mind. 1. Did LJ’s absence Sunday cost [...]

Chiefs to release Larry Johnson

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:54:42 -0500

Chiefs to release Larry Johnson Johnson will hit waivers (unlikely he's claimed according to Schefter) before becoming a free agent. Charles Haley is not a man to cross apparently (and obviously Larry Johnson is a moron). The Colts week 9 opponent, The Patriots, have been rumored to be a landing point for the disgruntled back.

Larry Johnson Cut by Kansas City

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:45:00 -0500

by Will BrinsonFiled under: Chiefs, NFL Coaching, NFL RumorsLarry Johnson's time in Kansas City is apparently over as the Chiefs announced Monday that they have released the oft-troubled running back into the ether of NFL free agency. Johnson was, of course, fresh off a suspension based on his recent social media activity and attitude towards reporters, although the official release from the Chiefs doesn't really indicate why he's gone (though it should be obvious):Larry Johnson C...

Chiefs officially cut L.J.

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:38:02 -0500

As reported first right here, the Chiefs have officially cut running back Larry Johnson.Here's the full text of the release: "The Kansas City Chiefs released RB Larry Johnson on Monday. In 75 games (55 starts) with Kansas City, Johnson rushed...