John Franklin

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Wide Receiver

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John Franklin-Myers, Baron Browning Injured On Sunday

Denver Broncos defensive end John Franklin-Myers (concussion) was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's meeting with the Steelers. Meanwhile, linebacker Baron Browning (foot) is questionable to return. Franklin-Myers had 19.5 career sacks before he was traded by the Jets this offseason. At the same time, Browning is also a potent pass-rusher, entering the 2024-25 campaign by amassing 9.5 sacks in the previous two seasons. With the Broncos defense already struggling, these injuries aren't good news for containing quarterback Justin Fields and the rest of the Steelers offense for the rest of the game.

Sep 15, 2024 6:50 PM EST

Broncos Acquire John Franklin-Myers From Jets

The Denver Broncos acquired defensive end John Franklin-Myers from the New York Jets on Saturday in exchange for a sixth-round pick in 2026, according to sources. It's the second trade these two teams have pulled off in the last week, with the Jets also sending former first-round quarterback Zach Wilson to Denver. Franklin-Myers, a former fourth-rounder by the Los Angeles Rams in 2018 out of Stephen F. Austin, started 52 games for the Jets in the last four seasons and racked up 56 solo tackles, 17.5 sacks, 21 tackles for loss, 61 QB hits, one interception, seven passes defended, a forced fumble and two fumble recoveries in that span. The 27-year-old should immediately become a starting edge rusher for the Broncos in 2024, but he won't be on the IDP fantasy radar with a career-high six-sack season coming back in 2021.

Apr 28, 2024 1:17 PM EST

John Franklin-Myers Active For Week 16

New York Jets defensive end John-Franklin-Myers (hip) is active for the upcoming Week 16 matchup the Washington Commanders. Franklin-Myers was unable to practice all week due to a lingering hip issues. Despite that, the 27-year-old will suit up for this game and is expected to play his normal role. He has three sacks and two tackles for loss in 14 games this season. His presence will be a slight upgrade to this Jets defense.

Dec 24, 2023 12:01 PM EST

Suspension lifted, still free agent

Franklin (knee) had his suspension lifted Tuesday after the three-week punishment ended, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston

Dec 21, 2021 2:52 PM EST

Handed three-game suspension

The NFL announced Thursday that Franklin (knee) has been suspended three games for violating jointly developed and administered NFL-NFLPA COVID-19 protocols.

Dec 2, 2021 1:45 PM EST

Waived from PUP list

Tampa Bay waived Franklin (knee) from the physically unable to perform list with an injury settlement Thursday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

Aug 27, 2021 8:42 AM EST

Reverts to PUP list

Franklin (knee) cleared waivers and reverted to Tampa Bay's PUP list Wednesday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.

Aug 18, 2021 8:42 PM EST

Waived by Buccaneers

Franklin (knee) was waived with a failed physical designation by the Buccaneers on Tuesday,Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Aug 17, 2021 8:12 PM EST

Moves to PUP list

The Buccaneers placed Franklin (knee) on the active/PUP list Thursday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Jul 22, 2021 12:59 PM EST

Undergoes ACL surgery

Franklin underwent surgery Tuesday to repair the torn ACL in his left knee, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Sep 1, 2020 5:05 PM EST

Undergoes surgery, heads to IR

Franklin underwent surgery on his left knee, and he was placed on injured reserve Sunday, Greg Auman of The Athletic reports.

Aug 30, 2020 7:38 AM EST

Hits injured reserve

Franklin (leg) was placed on season-ending injured reserve Sunday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

Aug 24, 2020 10:42 AM EST

Heads off on cart

Franklin (leg) was carted off the field during Friday's practice, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

Aug 21, 2020 3:49 PM EST

Could have multiple roles

Franklin will enter training camp as a receiver but could also serve as the emergency quarterback on game days this coming season as per coach Bruce Arians, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

Jul 28, 2020 10:38 PM EST

Listed as receiver in finale

Franklin, previously listed as cornerback during his time on the practice squad, is listed as a receiver and is active for Sunday's Week 17 tilt against the Falcons, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

Dec 29, 2019 8:56 AM EST