Brandon Johnson Bio, career timeline and draft history
- Age
- 28
- Height / weight
- 6'2", 208 lb
- Experience
- 5th season
2026 Season
- PPR PPG
- 0.0
- Pos rank
- WR191
- Rostered
- -
Week 7 at Saints, Sun Oct 25, 9:30 AM ET 19th vs. WRs, neutral
Brandon Johnson Bio
Brandon Johnson is a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he wears No. 89. Born July 26, 1998, he attended American Heritage and played college football at Tennessee and then UCF.
He entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Denver Broncos in 2022. Since then, Johnson played for the Pittsburgh Steelers (2024), returned to the Denver Broncos in 2025 and returned to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026.
In 24 regular-season games since 2022, he has caught 26 passes for 335 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Career Timeline
What happened at each stop
Pittsburgh Steelers Current team2026–present, second stint
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 1 of 1 game.
Denver Broncos2025, second stint
Listed on the 2025 roster; no regular-season stats recorded.
Pittsburgh Steelers2024
He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 3 of 3 games.
Denver Broncos2022–2023
He was a rotational player, playing at least a quarter of the offensive snaps in 15 of 20 games.
College: Tennessee, UCF
Trades and Team Changes
- JoinedReturned to the Pittsburgh Steelers; his first game with them was Week 6.
- JoinedReturned to the Denver Broncos.
- JoinedJoined the Pittsburgh Steelers; his first game with them was Week 5.
- SignedSigned as an undrafted free agent with the Denver Broncos.
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About Brandon Johnson: Bio FAQ
How old is Brandon Johnson?
Brandon Johnson is 28 years old. He was born on July 26, 1998. 2026 is his 5th NFL season.
How tall is Brandon Johnson?
Brandon Johnson is 6 feet 2 inches tall (6'2"), listed at 208 pounds, and plays wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
How much does Brandon Johnson weigh?
Brandon Johnson weighs 208 pounds, his listed weight on the Pittsburgh Steelers roster. He is listed at 6'2".
What number does Brandon Johnson wear?
Brandon Johnson wears number 89 for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He plays wide receiver.
What position does Brandon Johnson play?
Brandon Johnson plays wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, wearing number 89. 2026 is his 5th season in the NFL.
What team does Brandon Johnson play for?
Brandon Johnson plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers as a wide receiver. He has been with the Steelers since 2024.
Where did Brandon Johnson go to college?
Brandon Johnson played college football at UCF, after attending American Heritage (FL).
Where is Brandon Johnson from?
Brandon Johnson went to high school in Florida, at American Heritage, before playing college football at UCF.
When is Brandon Johnson's birthday?
Brandon Johnson's birthday is July 26. He was born on July 26, 1998 and is 28 years old.
How long has Brandon Johnson been in the NFL?
2026 is Brandon Johnson's 5th NFL season; he entered the league in 2022. View his career statistics.
What teams has Brandon Johnson played for?
Brandon Johnson has played for the Denver Broncos and Pittsburgh Steelers. View his career statistics.
What year did Brandon Johnson enter the NFL?
Brandon Johnson entered the NFL in 2022. 2026 is his 5th season.