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{{Infobox NFL player
{{Infobox NFL biography
| name = Leonard Johnson
| name = Leonard Johnson
| image = Leonard Johnson (American football).JPG
| image = Leonard Johnson (American football).JPG
| image_size = 250px
| image_size = 250px
| caption = Johnson with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
| caption = Johnson with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
| current_team = Free agent
| current_team = Buffalo Bills
| number =
| number = <!--23, 24, 27, 29, 34-->
| position = [[Cornerback]]
| position = <!--[[Cornerback]]-->Coaching assistant
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1990|3|30|mf=y}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1990|3|30|mf=y}}
| birth_place = [[Clearwater, Florida]]
| birth_place = [[Clearwater, Florida]], U.S.
| death_date =
| death_date =
| death_place =
| death_place =
| height_ft = 5
| height_ft = 5
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| college = [[Iowa State Cyclones football|Iowa State]]
| college = [[Iowa State Cyclones football|Iowa State]]
| undraftedyear = 2012
| undraftedyear = 2012
| pastteams =
| pastteams =
* [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] ({{NFL Year|2012}}–{{NFL Year|2015}})
* [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] ({{NFL Year|2012}}–{{NFL Year|2015}})
* [[New England Patriots]] ({{NFL Year|2015}})
* [[New England Patriots]] ({{NFL Year|2015}})
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* [[New York Giants]] ({{NFL Year|2018}})*
* [[New York Giants]] ({{NFL Year|2018}})*
* [[Arizona Cardinals]] ({{NFL Year|2018}})
* [[Arizona Cardinals]] ({{NFL Year|2018}})
| pastcoaching =
| pastteamsnote = yes
* Buffalo Bills ({{NFL Year|2020}}–present)<br> Coaching assistant
|highlights =
* Second-team All-[[Big 12 Conference|Big 12]] ([[2011 All-Big 12 Conference football team|2011]])
| status =
| status =
| statweek =
| statseason = 2018
| statlabel1 = [[Tackle (football move)|Total tackles]]
| statlabel1 = [[Tackle (football move)|Total tackles]]
| statvalue1 = 251
| statvalue1 = 251
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| statlabel6 = [[Touchdown|Defensive touchdowns]]
| statlabel6 = [[Touchdown|Defensive touchdowns]]
| statvalue6 = 2
| statvalue6 = 2
| nflnew = leonardjohnson/2532878
| pfr = J/JohnLe03
| pfr = J/JohnLe03
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'''Leonard Johnson''' (born March 30, 1990) is an [[American football]] [[cornerback]] who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] as an [[undrafted free agent]] in 2012. He played [[college football]] at [[Iowa State Cyclones football|Iowa State]]. He has also played for the [[New England Patriots]], [[Carolina Panthers]], [[Buffalo Bills]], [[New York Giants]], and [[Arizona Cardinals]].
'''Leonard Johnson''' (born March 30, 1990) is a former [[American football]] [[cornerbacks]] who is currently a coaching assistant for the [[Buffalo Bills]]. He was signed by the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] as an [[undrafted free agent]] in 2012. He played [[college football]] at [[Iowa State Cyclones football|Iowa State]]. He has also played for the [[New England Patriots]], [[Carolina Panthers]], Buffalo Bills, [[New York Giants]], and [[Arizona Cardinals]].


==College career==
==College career==
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{{nfl predraft
{{nfl predraft
| height ft = 5
| height ft = 5
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| weight = 196
| weight = 196
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| arm span = 28 3/4
| arm span = 28 3/4
| hand span = 8
| hand span = 8
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Leonard Johnson, DS #16 CB, Iowa State |url=http://www.draftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=83235&draftyear=2012&genpos=CB |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=DraftScout.com}}</ref>
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Leonard Johnson, DS #16 CB, Iowa State |url=http://www.draftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=83235&draftyear=2012&genpos=CB |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=DraftScout.com}}</ref>
}}
}}

===Tampa Bay Buccaneers===
===Tampa Bay Buccaneers===


====2012 season====
====2012 season====
On April 30, 2012, the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] signed Johnson to a three-year, [[United States dollar|$]]1.44 million [[contract]] that includes a [[signing bonus]] of $5,000.<ref>{{cite web |title=Spotrac.com: Leonard Johnson contract |url=https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/arizona-cardinals/leonard-johnson-10251/ |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=Spotrac.com}}</ref>
On April 30, 2012, the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]] signed Johnson to a three-year, [[United States dollar|$]]1.44 million [[contract]] that includes a [[signing bonus]] of $5,000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Spotrac.com: Leonard Johnson contract |url=https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/arizona-cardinals/leonard-johnson-10251/ |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=Spotrac.com}}</ref>


Throughout training camp, Johnson competed for a roster spot as a backup cornerback against [[E. J. Biggers]], [[Brandon McDonald (gridiron football)|Brandon McDonald]], [[Myron Lewis]], and [[Anthony Gaitor]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Tampa Bay Buccaneers' final roster cuts come Friday night |url=https://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/tampa-bay-buccaneers-final-roster-cuts-come-friday-night/1248987 |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=tampabay.com |date=August 31, 2012}}</ref> Head coach [[Greg Schiano]] named Johnson the fifth cornerback on the depth chart to begin the regular season. He was listed behind [[Aqib Talib]], [[Eric Wright (cornerback, born 1985)|Eric Wright]], Brandon McDonald, and E. J. Biggers.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Depth Chart: 10/01/2012 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/136/TB |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref>
Throughout training camp, Johnson competed for a roster spot as a backup cornerback against [[E. J. Biggers]], [[Brandon McDonald (gridiron football)|Brandon McDonald]], [[Myron Lewis]], and [[Anthony Gaitor]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 31, 2012 |title=Tampa Bay Buccaneers' final roster cuts come Friday night |url=https://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/tampa-bay-buccaneers-final-roster-cuts-come-friday-night/1248987 |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=tampabay.com}}</ref> Head coach [[Greg Schiano]] named Johnson the fifth cornerback on the depth chart to begin the regular season. He was listed behind [[Aqib Talib]], [[Eric Wright (cornerback, born 1985)|Eric Wright]], Brandon McDonald, and E. J. Biggers.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Depth Chart: 10/01/2012 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/136/TB |access-date=January 24, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref>


During his rookie campaign he showed great promise when he finished the year with 41 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 3 interceptions.
During his rookie campaign he showed great promise when he finished the year with 41 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 3 interceptions.
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====2014 season====
====2014 season====
During his 3rd season he saw transition into a new Tampa 2 system installed by new head coach Lovie Smith and defensive coordinator Leslie Fraizer. He was used more in rotation as opposed to a full-time starter and finished his 2014 season with 45 total tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 interception. Johnson was released from the Buccaneers on September 1, 2015 after breaking his leg early in the preseason.
During his 3rd season he saw transition into a new Tampa 2 system installed by new head coach Lovie Smith and defensive coordinator Leslie Fraizer. He was used more in rotation as opposed to a full-time starter and finished his 2014 season with 45 total tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 interception. Johnson was released from the Buccaneers on September 1, 2015, after breaking his leg early in the preseason.


====2015 season====
====2015 season====
On March 10, 2015, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed Johnson to a one-year deal.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Bucs re-sign Leonard Johnson, give Rainey $1.5-million tender|url = http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/bucs/bucs-re-sign-leonard-johnson-give-rainey-15-million-tender/2220795|website = Tampa Bay Times|accessdate = December 4, 2015}}</ref> On September 1, 2015, Johnson was waived by the Buccaneers.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Buccaneers waive Leonard Johnson, Robert Herron to get to 75-man roster|url = http://www.bucsnation.com/2015/9/1/9239609/buccaneers-waive-leonard-johnson-robert-herron-to-get-to-75-man-roster|website = Bucs Nation|accessdate = December 4, 2015}}</ref> On September 2, 2015, the Buccaneers placed Johnson on season-ending injured reserve.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Buccaneers Place WR Robert Herron & CB Leonard Johnson On Season-Ending I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors -|url = http://nfltraderumors.co/buccaneers-place-wr-robert-herron-cb-leonard-johnson-on-season-ending-i-r/|website = NFL Trade Rumors -|accessdate = December 4, 2015}}</ref> On December 3, 2015, Johnson was waived from the Buccaneers' injured reserve.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Buccaneers Waived CB Leonard Johnson From I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors -|url = http://nfltraderumors.co/buccaneers-waived-cb-leonard-johnson-from-i-r/|website = NFL Trade Rumors -|accessdate = December 4, 2015}}</ref>
On March 10, 2015, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed Johnson to a one-year deal.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bucs re-sign Leonard Johnson, give Rainey $1.5-million tender |url=http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/bucs/bucs-re-sign-leonard-johnson-give-rainey-15-million-tender/2220795 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150311160121/http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/bucs/bucs-re-sign-leonard-johnson-give-rainey-15-million-tender/2220795 |url-status=dead |archive-date=March 11, 2015 |website=Tampa Bay Times |accessdate=December 4, 2015}}</ref> On September 1, 2015, Johnson was waived by the Buccaneers.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Buccaneers waive Leonard Johnson, Robert Herron to get to 75-man roster |url=http://www.bucsnation.com/2015/9/1/9239609/buccaneers-waive-leonard-johnson-robert-herron-to-get-to-75-man-roster |website=Bucs Nation |date=September 2015 |accessdate=December 4, 2015}}</ref> On September 2, 2015, the Buccaneers placed Johnson on season-ending injured reserve.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Buccaneers Place WR Robert Herron & CB Leonard Johnson On Season-Ending I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors - |url=http://nfltraderumors.co/buccaneers-place-wr-robert-herron-cb-leonard-johnson-on-season-ending-i-r/ |website=NFL Trade Rumors - |date=September 2, 2015 |accessdate=December 4, 2015}}</ref> On December 3, 2015, Johnson was waived from the Buccaneers' injured reserve.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Buccaneers Waived CB Leonard Johnson From I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors - |url=http://nfltraderumors.co/buccaneers-waived-cb-leonard-johnson-from-i-r/ |website=NFL Trade Rumors - |date=December 3, 2015 |accessdate=December 4, 2015}}</ref>


===New England Patriots===
===New England Patriots===
On December 9, 2015, Johnson was signed by the [[New England Patriots]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = Bill Belichick Signs CB Leonard Johnson, Loves "Schiano Men" in the Patriots Secondary|url = http://www.patspulpit.com/2015/12/11/9893142/bill-belichick-signs-cb-leonard-johnson-loves-schiano-men-in-the|website = Pats Pulpit|accessdate = December 12, 2015}}</ref> He made his Patriots debut the following week in a 27-6 win over the [[Houston Texans]] and recorded two passes defensed. On February 17, 2016, Johnson was released by the Patriots.<ref>{{cite web|title=Patriots release DB Leonard Johnson|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160623110555/http://www.patriots.com/news/2016/02/17/patriots-release-db-leonard-johnson|website=Patriots.com|date=February 17, 2016|accessdate=July 23, 2017}}</ref>
On December 9, 2015, Johnson was signed by the [[New England Patriots]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bill Belichick Signs CB Leonard Johnson, Loves "Schiano Men" in the Patriots Secondary |url=http://www.patspulpit.com/2015/12/11/9893142/bill-belichick-signs-cb-leonard-johnson-loves-schiano-men-in-the |website=Pats Pulpit |date=December 11, 2015 |accessdate=December 12, 2015}}</ref> He made his Patriots debut the following week in a 27-6 win over the [[Houston Texans]] and recorded two passes defensed. On February 17, 2016, Johnson was released by the Patriots.<ref>{{Cite web |date=February 17, 2016 |title=Patriots release DB Leonard Johnson |url=http://www.patriots.com/news/2016/02/17/patriots-release-db-leonard-johnson |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160623110555/http://www.patriots.com/news/2016/02/17/patriots-release-db-leonard-johnson |archive-date=June 23, 2016 |website=Patriots.com |accessdate=July 23, 2017}}</ref>


===Carolina Panthers===
===Carolina Panthers===
On July 14, 2016, Johnson signed with the [[Carolina Panthers]].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Strickland|first1=Bryan|title=Panthers sign CB Leonard Johnson|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161021205316/http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-sign-CB-Leonard-Johnson/7671e7a4-757d-4511-a51d-ecd7b70fa18f|website=Panthers.com|accessdate=July 16, 2016}}</ref> After starting the season on the reserve/non-football injury list after suffering an Achilles injury in March, Johnson was activated to the active roster on October 28, 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Panthers activate Johnson, place Williams on IR|url=http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-activate-Johnson-place-Williams-on-IR/3c0d24bb-2ec6-4894-bfbf-1d09b94d45b0|author=Henson, Max|date=October 28, 2016|website=Panthers.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20170808073617/http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-activate-Johnson-place-Williams-on-IR/3c0d24bb-2ec6-4894-bfbf-1d09b94d45b0|archivedate=August 8, 2017}}</ref>
On July 14, 2016, Johnson signed with the [[Carolina Panthers]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Strickland |first=Bryan |title=Panthers sign CB Leonard Johnson |url=http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-sign-CB-Leonard-Johnson/7671e7a4-757d-4511-a51d-ecd7b70fa18f |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161021205316/http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-sign-CB-Leonard-Johnson/7671e7a4-757d-4511-a51d-ecd7b70fa18f |archive-date=October 21, 2016 |website=Panthers.com |accessdate=July 16, 2016}}</ref> After starting the season on the reserve/non-football injury list after suffering an Achilles injury in March, Johnson was activated to the active roster on October 28, 2016.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Henson, Max |date=October 28, 2016 |title=Panthers activate Johnson, place Williams on IR |url=http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-activate-Johnson-place-Williams-on-IR/3c0d24bb-2ec6-4894-bfbf-1d09b94d45b0 |url-status=dead |website=Panthers.com |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20170808073617/http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Panthers-activate-Johnson-place-Williams-on-IR/3c0d24bb-2ec6-4894-bfbf-1d09b94d45b0 |archivedate=August 8, 2017}}</ref>


===Buffalo Bills===
===Buffalo Bills===
On March 17, 2017, Johnson signed with the [[Buffalo Bills]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Bills make three free agent additions|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171018190638/http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-make-three-free-agent-additions/4c67e54f-27db-46af-8eed-2285dfec2e9b|author=Brown, Chris|website=BuffaloBills.com|date=March 17, 2017}}</ref> He played in 15 games with seven starts, recording 52 tackles and seven passes defensed.
On March 17, 2017, Johnson signed with the [[Buffalo Bills]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Brown, Chris |date=March 17, 2017 |title=Bills make three free agent additions |url=http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-make-three-free-agent-additions/4c67e54f-27db-46af-8eed-2285dfec2e9b |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171018190638/http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-make-three-free-agent-additions/4c67e54f-27db-46af-8eed-2285dfec2e9b |archive-date=October 18, 2017 |website=BuffaloBills.com}}</ref> He played in 15 games with seven starts, recording 52 tackles and seven passes defensed.


===New York Giants===
===New York Giants===
On August 3, 2018, Johnson signed with the [[New York Giants]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Giants sign CB Leonard Johnson, waive CB Kenneth Durden|url=https://giantswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/04/new-york-giants-sign-leonard-johnson-waive-kenneth-durden/|work=Giants Wire|publisher=USA Today|date=August 4, 2018}}</ref> He was released on September 1, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|title=New York Giants announce 53-man roster|url=https://www.giants.com/news/new-york-giants-announce-53-man-roster|author=Eisen, Michael|website=Giants.com|date=September 1, 2018}}</ref>
On August 3, 2018, Johnson signed with the [[New York Giants]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 4, 2018 |title=Giants sign CB Leonard Johnson, waive CB Kenneth Durden |url=https://giantswire.usatoday.com/2018/08/04/new-york-giants-sign-leonard-johnson-waive-kenneth-durden/ |website=Giants Wire |publisher=USA Today}}</ref> He was released on September 1, 2018.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Eisen, Michael |date=September 1, 2018 |title=New York Giants announce 53-man roster |url=https://www.giants.com/news/new-york-giants-announce-53-man-roster |website=Giants.com}}</ref>


===Arizona Cardinals===
===Arizona Cardinals===
On November 14, 2018, Johnson was signed by the [[Arizona Cardinals]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Adding A Pair Of Corners: Cardinals Sign David Amerson, Leonard Johnson|url=https://www.azcardinals.com/news/adding-a-pair-of-corners-cardinals-sign-david-amerson-leonard-johnson|author=Urban, Darren|website=AZCardinals.com|date=November 14, 2018}}</ref> He played in six games with one start before being released on December 28, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|title=Cardinals promote WR Malachi Dupre, DT Pasoni Tasini from practice squad|url=https://cardswire.usatoday.com/2018/12/28/az-arizona-cardinals-roster-moves-malachi-dupre-pasoni-tasini-practice-squad/|work=Cards Wire|publisher=USA Today|date=December 28, 2018}}</ref>
On November 14, 2018, Johnson was signed by the [[Arizona Cardinals]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Urban, Darren |date=November 14, 2018 |title=Adding A Pair Of Corners: Cardinals Sign David Amerson, Leonard Johnson |url=https://www.azcardinals.com/news/adding-a-pair-of-corners-cardinals-sign-david-amerson-leonard-johnson |website=AZCardinals.com}}</ref> He played in six games with one start before being released on December 28, 2018.<ref>{{Cite web |date=December 28, 2018 |title=Cardinals promote WR Malachi Dupre, DT Pasoni Tasini from practice squad |url=https://cardswire.usatoday.com/2018/12/28/az-arizona-cardinals-roster-moves-malachi-dupre-pasoni-tasini-practice-squad/ |website=Cards Wire |publisher=USA Today}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 05:10, 5 November 2024

For the American football player of the same name born in 1946, see Len Johnson (American football).

Leonard Johnson
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Johnson with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Buffalo Bills
Position:Coaching assistant
Personal information
Born: (1990-03-30) March 30, 1990 (age 34)
Clearwater, Florida, U.S.
Height:5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight:194 lb (88 kg)
Career information
High school:Largo (FL)
College:Iowa State
Undrafted:2012
Career history
As a player:
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
As a coach:
  • Buffalo Bills (2020–present)
    Coaching assistant
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles:251
Sacks:1.0
Forced fumbles:7
Fumble recoveries:2
Interceptions:5
Defensive touchdowns:2
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Leonard Johnson (born March 30, 1990) is a former American football cornerbacks who is currently a coaching assistant for the Buffalo Bills. He was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2012. He played college football at Iowa State. He has also played for the New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, Buffalo Bills, New York Giants, and Arizona Cardinals.

College career

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Johnson attended Iowa State University from 2008 to 2011. As a freshman in 2008, he set an NCAA record for most kick return yards in a game with 319.[1] During his career he started 43 of 50 games, recording 247 tackles and six interceptions.

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
5 ft 9+7⁄8 in
(1.77 m) 		196 lb
(89 kg) 		28+3⁄4 in
(0.73 m) 		8 in
(0.20 m)		 4.71 s 1.64 s 2.73 s 4.15 s 6.96 s 32 in
(0.81 m)		 10 ft 0 in
(3.05 m)		 15 reps
All values from NFL Combine[2]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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2012 season

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On April 30, 2012, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Johnson to a three-year, $1.44 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $5,000.[3]

Throughout training camp, Johnson competed for a roster spot as a backup cornerback against E. J. Biggers, Brandon McDonald, Myron Lewis, and Anthony Gaitor.[4] Head coach Greg Schiano named Johnson the fifth cornerback on the depth chart to begin the regular season. He was listed behind Aqib Talib, Eric Wright, Brandon McDonald, and E. J. Biggers.[5]

During his rookie campaign he showed great promise when he finished the year with 41 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 3 interceptions.

2013 season

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In his sophomore campaign he improved his tackle stats to 62 tackles but only recorded 1 forced fumble and 1 interception.

2014 season

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During his 3rd season he saw transition into a new Tampa 2 system installed by new head coach Lovie Smith and defensive coordinator Leslie Fraizer. He was used more in rotation as opposed to a full-time starter and finished his 2014 season with 45 total tackles, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 interception. Johnson was released from the Buccaneers on September 1, 2015, after breaking his leg early in the preseason.

2015 season

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On March 10, 2015, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-signed Johnson to a one-year deal.[6] On September 1, 2015, Johnson was waived by the Buccaneers.[7] On September 2, 2015, the Buccaneers placed Johnson on season-ending injured reserve.[8] On December 3, 2015, Johnson was waived from the Buccaneers' injured reserve.[9]

New England Patriots

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On December 9, 2015, Johnson was signed by the New England Patriots.[10] He made his Patriots debut the following week in a 27-6 win over the Houston Texans and recorded two passes defensed. On February 17, 2016, Johnson was released by the Patriots.[11]

Carolina Panthers

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On July 14, 2016, Johnson signed with the Carolina Panthers.[12] After starting the season on the reserve/non-football injury list after suffering an Achilles injury in March, Johnson was activated to the active roster on October 28, 2016.[13]

Buffalo Bills

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On March 17, 2017, Johnson signed with the Buffalo Bills.[14] He played in 15 games with seven starts, recording 52 tackles and seven passes defensed.

New York Giants

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On August 3, 2018, Johnson signed with the New York Giants.[15] He was released on September 1, 2018.[16]

Arizona Cardinals

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On November 14, 2018, Johnson was signed by the Arizona Cardinals.[17] He played in six games with one start before being released on December 28, 2018.[18]

References

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  1. ^ Leonard Johnson Breaks NCAA Record in ISU Loss
  2. ^ "Leonard Johnson, DS #16 CB, Iowa State". DraftScout.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  3. ^ "Spotrac.com: Leonard Johnson contract". Spotrac.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  4. ^ "Tampa Bay Buccaneers' final roster cuts come Friday night". tampabay.com. August 31, 2012. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  5. ^ "Ourlads.com: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Depth Chart: 10/01/2012". Ourlads.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  6. ^ "Bucs re-sign Leonard Johnson, give Rainey $1.5-million tender". Tampa Bay Times. Archived from the original on March 11, 2015. Retrieved December 4, 2015.
  7. ^ "Buccaneers waive Leonard Johnson, Robert Herron to get to 75-man roster". Bucs Nation. September 2015. Retrieved December 4, 2015.
  8. ^ "Buccaneers Place WR Robert Herron & CB Leonard Johnson On Season-Ending I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors -". NFL Trade Rumors -. September 2, 2015. Retrieved December 4, 2015.
  9. ^ "Buccaneers Waived CB Leonard Johnson From I.R. - NFL Trade Rumors -". NFL Trade Rumors -. December 3, 2015. Retrieved December 4, 2015.
  10. ^ "Bill Belichick Signs CB Leonard Johnson, Loves "Schiano Men" in the Patriots Secondary". Pats Pulpit. December 11, 2015. Retrieved December 12, 2015.
  11. ^ "Patriots release DB Leonard Johnson". Patriots.com. February 17, 2016. Archived from the original on June 23, 2016. Retrieved July 23, 2017.
  12. ^ Strickland, Bryan. "Panthers sign CB Leonard Johnson". Panthers.com. Archived from the original on October 21, 2016. Retrieved July 16, 2016.
  13. ^ Henson, Max (October 28, 2016). "Panthers activate Johnson, place Williams on IR". Panthers.com. Archived from the original on August 8, 2017.
  14. ^ Brown, Chris (March 17, 2017). "Bills make three free agent additions". BuffaloBills.com. Archived from the original on October 18, 2017.
  15. ^ "Giants sign CB Leonard Johnson, waive CB Kenneth Durden". Giants Wire. USA Today. August 4, 2018.
  16. ^ Eisen, Michael (September 1, 2018). "New York Giants announce 53-man roster". Giants.com.
  17. ^ Urban, Darren (November 14, 2018). "Adding A Pair Of Corners: Cardinals Sign David Amerson, Leonard Johnson". AZCardinals.com.
  18. ^ "Cardinals promote WR Malachi Dupre, DT Pasoni Tasini from practice squad". Cards Wire. USA Today. December 28, 2018.
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