James-Michael Johnson (born August 20, 1989) is an American former professional

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. He was selected by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. He played

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Professional career

Cleveland Browns

Johnson was selected by the

in the fourth round, 120th overall pick of the

. On May 9, 2012, he signed a 4-year contract with the Browns. After being injured in the

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, Johnson returned to the Browns lineup in week 5 and made his first career start week 6. Johnson finished with a career high, 10 tackles, week 8 against the Chargers. Johnson's season finished with 36 tackles, and two stuffs in 10 games. On August 31, 2013 Johnson was waived.

Kansas City Chiefs

On September 1, 2013, Johnson was claimed off waivers by the

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. In 2013, he recorded 17 tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble while playing all 16 games. In Johnson's second season with the Chiefs he had his best season of his career. Johnson had 51 tackles and one forced fumble. On September 5, 2015, Johnson was released by the Chiefs.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On September 6, 2015, Johnson was claimed off waivers by the

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. On September 15, he was waived after suffering an injury.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On October 5, 2015, the

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signed Johnson to provide depth at linebacker. The Jaguars released Johnson on October 28, 2015.

Detroit Lions

Johnson was signed by the

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on November 4, 2015. On November 14, 2015, the Lions waived Johnson.

Miami Dolphins

Johnson was signed by the

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on November 17, 2015. On December 1, 2015, he was waived. On December 22, he was re-signed by the Dolphins. On September 3, 2016, he was released as part of final roster cuts.

References

External links

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Nevada Wolf Pack bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Johnson, James-Michael 1989 births Living people American football linebackers Nevada Wolf Pack football players Cleveland Browns players Kansas City Chiefs players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Jacksonville Jaguars players Detroit Lions players Miami Dolphins players Players of American football from Fairfield, California Players of American football from Vallejo, California