“The Jermaine Johnson injury could scare fantasy managers, but with 11.5 months of recovery, he remains undervalued.”
Fantasy football players, it’s officially time to prep for next season. The offseason is moving fast, and decisions made now can win leagues later. That includes knowing which players are coming off injuries and whether they’re ready to roll. In this injury deep dive, we turn to Jets edge rusher Jermaine Johnson, who was lost in Week 2 of 2024 due to an Achilles rupture injury. The injury ended what looked like a breakout campaign. But now, the arrow might be pointing up again.
(This is an AI-generated article from a recently published IDP+ Betting Podcast transcript.)
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Understanding Jermaine Johnson’s Achilles Injury
Johnson tore his Achilles tendon on September 15, 2024, in a game against the Titans. The Achilles connects the calf muscles to the heel. A rupture severs this link, causing a total loss of function.
There are two types of Achilles ruptures: insertional (where the tendon tears from the bone) and mid-tendon (where it snaps in the middle). Either way, surgery is usually required. Non-surgical options exist, but rarely work for professional athletes.
Final Verdict: Don’t Fear the Achilles
This is not just hype. Johnson checks three key boxes:
- Youth (age 26)
- Recovery time (11.5 months)
- High-impact profile (all-around stat sheet filler)
His Achilles tear was major, but he’s set up for a strong comeback. He might start slow. But by Week 6–8, he could be a fantasy difference-maker, especially in IDP leagues.
Buy the dip. Jermaine Johnson, injury or not, is a player worth stashing now.
Thank you for reading this article by @IDP_Plus. This article was created using IDP+ AI and edited by an IDP+ Staff Member. Be sure to check out the video above by Sebastian, which this article is based on, talking about Jermain Johnson’s injury. Follow @TheDegenDoc on X!
