Tysheem Johnson
Tysheem Terrance Johnson is an American professional football football position)|safety] for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League. He played college football for the Ole Miss Rebels and Oregon Ducks.
Johnson attended Saints [John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rated as a four-star recruit, he committed to play college football for the Ole Miss Rebels.
College career
As a freshman in 2021, Johnson appeared in ten games for the Rebels, where he notched 47 tackles with four being for a loss, a sack, a pass deflection, and an interception, where for his performance he was named to the all-freshman SEC team. In 2022, Johnson appeared in 13 games with nine starts, notching 78 tackles with four being for a loss and two pass deflections. After the season, Johnson entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.
Oregon
Johnson transferred to play for the Oregon Ducks. In week 9 of the 2023 season, he recorded two tackles and two interceptions in a win over 2023 [Utah Utes football team|Utah]. Johnson finished the 2023 season with 70 tackles with five being for a loss, a sack, seven pass deflections, and two interceptions.
Professional career
Chicago Bears
Johnson signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent on May 8, 2025. He was waived on August 26 with an injury designation.
Atlanta Falcons
On December 22, 2025, the Atlanta Falcons signed Johnson to their practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with Atlanta on January 5, 2026.