Steelers fans created a completely fake Diontae Johnson controversy
By Scott Rogust
![Sep 11, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) walks back to the huddle during the third quarter of a Week 1 NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cara Owsley-USA TODAY Sports Sep 11, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson (18) walks back to the huddle during the third quarter of a Week 1 NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cara Owsley-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/f3ead41c05534bc3b601c4ff18ca7a959e3cc884077737af4fc585af6a976dcc.jpg)
Pittsburgh Steelers fans created a controversy surrounding wide receiver Diontae Johnson, convinced that he was unhappy with the team.
The Pittsburgh Steelers finished the season with a 9-8 record, but just missed out on the playoffs. Even so, they rebounded from a 2-6 record and avoided having Mike Tomlin have his first losing season as head coach of the team. Now, there’s hope entering the offseason that the Steelers could build off of this season, especially around rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett.
As any fanbase does, Steelers fans looked at the social media accounts of players and see who they are following. Pittsburgh fans noticed that wide receiver Diontae Johnson doesn’t follow the team on social media. So, some decided that they were completely done with the receiver and convinced themselves that the offense is better off without him.
Steelers fans create fake controversy surrounding wide receiver Diontae Johnson
There were tweets from those who expressed their desire for the Steelers to move on from Johnson, while others defended Johnson and mocked those who want him gone.
Am I the only Steelers fan that's getting tired of Diontae Johnson's bullshit?
— Billy Hartford (@BudDupreeFan) January 11, 2023
Not sure what yinz think you're lookin' at, but the Steelers offense is significantly better WITH Diontae Johnson than without.
— Dave Dameshek (@Dameshek) January 11, 2023
https://twitter.com/PittsburghSport/status/1613213562272636928?s=20
People REALLY made this non-talking point, this non-issue ANOTHER THING to complain about when it comes to Diontae Johnson.
— Bernard Oliver (@boliver36) January 11, 2023
I would LOVE for him to leave so another franchise can actually appreciate him and not hate him for no reason. https://t.co/Oa4QDVPcn4
Here’s the thing about Johnson not following the Steelers on social media — this isn’t new.
Last offseason, Johnson didn’t follow the team as he was in negotiations with the team for a new contract. Of course, the two sides ultimately agreed to a two-year, $36.7 million contract extension. He hasn’t followed them back since this.
It appears that Diontae Johnson never followed the Steelers back after his contract drama last offseason
— Michael Beck (@MichaelBeck56) January 11, 2023
Think we can put that story to bed
This is a Diontae Johnson IG screenshot from April and one from today. What is all the fuss about? #Steelers #NFL pic.twitter.com/8mLrJnEvSw
— Steelers Depot 7⃣ (@Steelersdepot) January 11, 2023
This is far from a new story. Johnson never followed the team back. That did change on Wednesday, however, as Johnson did follow the Steelers on Instagram and Twitter.
Diontae Johnson follows the #Steelers on IG. pic.twitter.com/CaNB5JpnNE
— SteelerNation (@SteeIerNation) January 11, 2023
This season, Johnson was Pittsburgh’s leading receiver in multiple categories. He recorded 86 receptions for 882 yards on 147 targets, all of which were team-highs. While Johnson did lead in these categories, Johnson didn’t log a receiving touchdown this season.
The news of Johnson unfollowing the team was completely untrue. He did, however, begin following them recently.
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