Devodrick "Buddy" Johnson (born February 27, 1999) is an American football linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Texas A&M and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Professional career
Pittsburgh Steelers
Johnson was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round, 140th overall, of the 2021 NFL Draft. On May 18, 2021, Johnson signed his four-year rookie contract with Pittsburgh.
On August 30, 2022, Johnson was waived by the Steelers.
San Francisco 49ers
On September 5, 2022, Johnson signed with the practice squad of the San Francisco 49ers. He was released on October 18.
Houston Texans
On November 1, 2022, Johnson was signed to the Houston Texans practice squad.
Chicago Bears
On July 25, 2023, Johnson signed with the Chicago Bears. He was waived/injured on August 17, 2023, and reverted to the Bears' injured reserve list the next day after failing to be claimed off the waiver wire.
Dallas Cowboys
On October 24, 2023, Johnson was signed to the Dallas Cowboys practice squad.