Kyron Johnson

Kyron Johnson (born July 24, 1998) is an American professional football linebacker. He played college football for the Kansas Jayhawks and was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL draft.

Early life Johnson attended high school at Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas. In a game against North Crowley his senior year, he was taken off the field on a stretcher. Johnson received offers from Kansas and SMU. He committed to Kansas on June 2, 2016.

College career In Johnson's freshman year, he primarily played special teams, recording 17 tackles playing in 8 of the Jayhawks' games. As a sophomore, he became a starter and made his career start against Nicholls. Following the COVID-19 pandemic shortened 2020 season, Johnson decided to come back for a 5th season due to the NCAA granting an extra year of eligibility for athletes because of the pandemic. He was named 2nd team All-Big 12 his super-senior year in 2021.

College statistics Year Team GP Sacks Solo Total 2017 Kansas 8 0 12 15 0 2018 Kansas 10 2 12 18 4 2019 Kansas 12 1 36 55 5.5 2020 Kansas 9 3 27 42 4.5 2021 Kansas 12 6.5 41 63 8.5 Total 51 12.5 128 193 22.5

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles Johnson was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round (181st overall) of the 2022 NFL draft.

On August 29, 2023, Johnson was waived by the Eagles and re-signed to the practice squad. On October 3, 2023, the Eagles released Johnson.

Pittsburgh Steelers On October 10, 2023, Johnson was signed to the practice squad of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was signed to the active roster on December 22. He was waived on August 27, 2024.

Tennessee Titans On September 11, 2024, Johnson was signed to the Tennessee Titans practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 6, 2025.

On May 7, 2025, Johnson was waived/injured by the Titans and reverted to the injured reserve the following day. He was then released with an injury settlement on May 13.

DC Defenders On January 14, 2026, Johnson was selected by the DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL). He was released on March 19. He re-signed on April 28. He was released again on June 2.