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Former Steelers WR Diontae Johnson reclaimed by Ravens after Texans exit, report says

PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 28: Diontae Johnson #18 of the Pittsburgh Steelers celebrates after catching a 45 yard touchdown pass in the first half against the Miami Dolphins on October 28, 2019. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

BALTIMORE — Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson is going back to the black and purple, according to a report.

The Baltimore Ravens reclaimed Johnson after he was waived after two games with the Houston Texans, NFL insider Adam Schefter said.

Schefter said this a procedural move and Johnson won’t officially be “awarded” to the Ravens until after the Super Bowl.

Johnson qualifies as an unrestricted free agent this offseason and, if he signs with another team, he factors into Baltimore’s compensatory pick formula, potentially helping it obtain an additional draft pick in 2026.

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