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Aug 20 2010 - LB Derrick Johnson could draw interest from the Lions, who have already shown some interest in acquiring Chiefs' safety Jarrad Page. After averaging 14 1/2 starts his first four seasons, Johnson logged only three starts in '09, as the Chiefs switched to the 3-4. Always regarded as a 4-3 defender, Johnson might be a better fit for the Lions now. Detroit coaches should be familiar with the ups-and-downs of converting linebackers to new systems. Last year, they took a lifelong 3-4 guy, Larry Foote, and tried to turn him into a middle ‘backer in a 4-3 front, and it didn't work very well. Johnson is scheduled to make about $2.6 million in 2010, probably too much for a backup.
--Len Pasquarelli
Mar 30 2010 - LB Derrick Johnson signed his restricted free agent tender. Terms were unknown.
Feb 15 2010 - ILB Derrick Johnson is seeking a new home where he can be a full-time player.
Jan 15 2010 - ILB Derrick Johnson made plays, with three interceptions including two returned for TDs.
Jan 4 2010 - LB Derrick Johnson returned a pair of interceptions for touchdowns against the Broncos in the season finale, going 45 and 60 yards for scores in a big Chiefs victory. As much fun and as exciting as that moment was, Johnson made it plain that his part-time status with the Chiefs defense is not something he wants to continue. "I want to play," Johnson said. "I never dreamed of playing this role. But at the same time, you have to make the most of what you have."
Oct 7 2009 - LB Derrick Johnson (groin) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Johnson's participation has been limited in recent weeks because of the injury.
Oct 3 2009 - LB Derrick Johnson is back on the practice field after missing last week's workouts and game because of a groin pull. If Johnson can remain healthy, he'll get back into the Chiefs' nickel pass defense where he produced an interception and sack in the season's first two games. He is listed as probable.
Sep 24 2009 - ILB Derrick Johnson did not practice with the Chiefs on Thursday because of a groin injury and said after practice that he would not play on Sunday in Philadelphia.
"I'm not going to go," Johnson said. He suffered the injury on the final defensive series of last Sunday's game against Oakland. Playing in a nickel linebacker role, Johnson has made big plays in each of the Chiefs games so far with an interception and 70-yard return and a sack. He's battled groin and hamstring injuries since the first practice of training camp. Starting ILB Demorrio Williams will stay on the field to take Johnson's spot in the nickel defense.
Sep 23 2009 - ILB Derrick Johnson was a limited participant in the team's Wednesday practice session because of a groin injury he suffered in last Sunday's game against Oakland. Johnson has battled groin and hamstring injuries since the first practice of training camp.
