No. 1 Oregon Loses Top Receiver Johnson to Apparent Shoulder Injury
Ducks Wide Receiver Tez Johnson Suffered a Shoulder Injury against Michigan
Oregon Ducks wide receiver Tez Johnson exited the game against the University of Michigan with an apparent shoulder injury. The injury occurred late in the first half when Johnson was tackled on a punt return. He immediately grabbed his shoulder and was in visible pain. Johnson was helped off the field by trainers and did not return to the game.
Johnson's Injury is a Blow to Oregon's Offense
Johnson is Oregon's leading receiver through the first two games of the season, with eight catches for 127 yards and a touchdown. He is also a dynamic punt returner, averaging 15.3 yards per return. Johnson's injury could be a significant blow to Oregon's offense, which is already without starting quarterback Bo Nix.
Johnson's Status for Next Game Uncertain
The severity of Johnson's injury is not yet known. He will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the damage. If Johnson is out for an extended period, it would be a major loss for Oregon.
Oregon Faces BYU Next
The Ducks will face BYU next Saturday in Eugene. The Cougars are a ranked opponent, and Oregon will need all hands on deck to pull out a victory. If Johnson is unable to play, Oregon will likely turn to Seven McGee or Kris Hutson to fill his role in the offense.