<p>Johnson shared passing-game duties with Ray Davis and produced in limited targets, contributing to Buffalo’s short-yardage effectiveness. His involvement signals the Bills’ willingness to diversify their backfield usage, particularly as a quick-pass option when pressure spikes. For fantasy, he’s a dart-throw option in deeper leagues.</p>

Johnson should see more third down opportunities as James Cook stumbles, with his pass protection crucial against Falcons rookie edge rushers.

Johnson often serves as a budget option and changes of pace back. His upside is limited, but he can be a value add when price constraints require it.

Johnson serves as the backup kick returner, contributing third in line for Bills returns and tallying several kick returns recently; his role could expand if Codrington departs.

<p>With Codrington out, Ty Johnson is poised to handle kick returns alongside Curtis Samuel, adding a veteran presence to Buffalo's return game in Week 5.</p>