Tez Johnson

Keyonteze "Tez" Johnson (born May 18, 2002) is an American professional wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Troy Trojans and Oregon Ducks. Johnson was selected by the Buccaneers in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft.

Early life Johnson was born on May 18, 2002, in Birmingham, Alabama. He played football at Pinson Valley High School with Nix and helped them win the class 6A state championship. He caught 62 passes for 1,140 yards and 12 scores as a senior while being invited to the Alabama–Mississippi All-Star Game. He was the team's leading receiver in 2021 with 67 catches for 735 yards and four touchdowns, being named third-team All-Sun Belt Conference. He remained Troy's top receiver in 2022, being named honorable mention all-conference while totaling 56 receptions for 863 yards and four scores. Johnson entered the NCAA transfer portal following the 2022 season.

Johnson ultimately transferred to the Oregon Ducks, joining his adoptive brother Bo Nix, the team's starting quarterback. He became Oregon's second-leading receiver, behind Troy Franklin, and helped them reach the 2023 Pac-12 Conference title game. In the 2024 season, Johnson played in 12 games, recording 83 receptions for 898 yards and 10 touchdowns. Johnson also won MVP of the Big Ten Championship Game, recording 11 receptions for 181 yards and a touchdown. On January 6, 2025, Johnson declared for the 2025 NFL draft.

College statistics

Professional career

Johnson was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 235th overall pick of the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft. In Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers, Johnson scored his first career touchdown on a 45-yard reception from Baker Mayfield.

NFL career statistics

Legend Bold Career high

Regular season Year Team Games Receiving Rushing Fumbles 2025 TB 16 8 28 322 11.5 45 5 7 22 3.1 6 0 0 0Career 16 8 28 322 11.5 45 5 7 22 3.1 6 0 0 0

Personal life Johnson is a Christian. Johnson's brother, Bo Nix, is the quarterback for the Denver Broncos.