Kevin Stefanski said he signed off on Johnson before the Browns signed him.
"Yeah, I've talked to Diontae," Stefanski said. "When we signed him, I had a good talk with Diontae."
Stefanski said he is familiar with Johnson from his time with the Steelers.
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"Another veteran player that has had success in this league," he said. "We've gone against him, so I know what type of player he is, having been in the division with him, so know his skill set. But another veteran player."
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Kenny Pickett played two seasons with Johnson and thinks he can be a big asset to the receiving corps.
"I'm really happy that he's here," Pickett said. "You know, I think he can really help us. The things that he can do with his route running and ability. So, it's good to have him here."
Pickett was asked what is Johnson's strengths.
"One on one, he gets separation," Pickett said. "I think he does a really good job of getting separation at the line, at the top of his routes. In and out of cuts, I think is probably his biggest strength. He gets in and out really well. So, a lot of those third down, possession down, route running, which you need to be precise at, I think he can bring that."