Dennis Johnson (born February 24, 1990) is a former

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. He played

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for

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2013. He has also been a member of the

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Professional career

Houston Texans

Johnson was signed by the Houston Texans on April 28, 2013. He was released by the Texans on August 30, 2013.

Cleveland Browns

Johnson signed with the Cleveland Browns on September 2, 2013. He was released by the Browns on September 7 and re-signed to the Browns' practice squad on September 10, 2013.

Houston Texans

Johnson was claimed by the Houston Texans off the Browns' practice squad on October 27, 2013. The Texans released Johnson on August 11, 2014.

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Houston Texans bio

Cleveland Browns bio

Arkansas Razorbacks bio
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