What happened: Johnston was described as totally fine after the practice injury scare. He then produced a 65-yard touchdown during the preseason finale.
NFL·HOT_TAKE·August 27, 2026 10:54 PM ET
Quentin Johnston has earned a bigger vertical role
The receiver returned after limping out of an Aug. 18 joint practice.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 281 min read
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