Packers sign defensive tackle Eric Johnson to practice squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The Green Bay Packers have signed defensive tackle Eric Johnson to their practice squad. Johnson, who stands 6-foot-4 and weighs 320 pounds, previously played for the Indianapolis Colts and has participated in 51 career games, recording 41 total tackles and two tackles for loss. The team aims to strengthen their defensive line, especially in the absence of Micah Parsons. Johnson could be active for the upcoming game against the New York Jets if promoted to the active roster before Sunday.
- •Eric Johnson signed to Packers' practice squad on September 16, 2026.
- •Johnson has recorded 41 tackles and two tackles for loss in his career.
- •Packers aim to bolster defensive line depth amid injury concerns.
- •Potential for Johnson to be promoted for game against New York Jets.
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Packers sign 320-pound defensive tackle to the practice squad
"The Packers are taking a look at bolstering depth along the defensive line. According to Bill Huber of Packers on SI, the Packers have signed former Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Eric Johnson to the practice squad. Packers Sign DL Eric Johnson Johnson, 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds, has appeared in 51 career games while producing 41 [...]
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