The Baltimore Ravens have strategically acquired wide receiver Diontae Johnson by claiming him off waivers from the Houston Texans. This move may enable the Ravens to obtain an additional compensatory draft pick in 2026, as noted by ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Although Johnson's claim is a procedural step and he will not officially be added to the Ravens' roster until after the conclusion of the Super Bowl, the team is positioning itself well for the future. Importantly, Johnson is ineligible to participate in the playoffs, as he is classified as an unrestricted free agent.

This transaction marks the fifth instance in which Johnson has changed teams during the current NFL season, and represents his second term with the Ravens. Johnson's journey this year includes stops with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Carolina Panthers, and Houston Texans before returning to Baltimore.