Juwan Johnson sidelined with illness

New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 16. SOURCE: NewOrleansSaints.com Why It Matters: There is a good chance that Johnson returns to practice later in the week and should be available for Week 2. He posted 54 receiving yards and one touchdown

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Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 16.

SOURCE: NewOrleansSaints.com

Why It Matters: There is a good chance that Johnson returns to practice later in the week and should be available for Week 2. He posted 54 receiving yards and one touchdown in the opener and could see a few targets if active this week. He can be a possible low-end No. 1 tight end in some deeper leagues.

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