Kenny Pickett Celebrates Breaking Diontae Johnson's Touchdown Drought

After a 655-day touchdown drought, Diontae Johnson finally scored for the Steelers, with quarterback Kenny Pickett expressing his excitement.

Diontae Johnson, wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, recently ended a touchdown drought that lasted 655 days. This long-awaited touchdown was a significant moment for Johnson, who had been dealing with frustration and emotions leading up to this breakthrough.

Quarterback Kenny Pickett expressed his excitement for his friend and teammate, emphasizing that the Steelers made it a priority to help Johnson end his touchdown drought. Pickett shared his joy with the media, stating that it was "awesome" to see Johnson in the end zone after such a long time. He believed that this touchdown would relieve the pressure on Johnson and allow him to play freely and continue being a key player for the team.

Johnson's last touchdown occurred in the Steelers' last playoff game in 2021, and his last regular-season touchdown was in Week 17 of the same season. The 2022 season proved to be frustrating for Johnson, as he set an NFL record for the most receptions in a season without a touchdown. Despite receiving 147 targets and catching 86 passes, Johnson was unable to find the end zone. This streak continued into 2023, with Johnson missing Week One due to a hamstring injury.

However, in the recent game against the Tennessee Titans, Johnson finally scored the crucial touchdown that Pittsburgh needed. This go-ahead score in the fourth quarter secured the victory for the Steelers and improved their record to 5-3. Johnson had an outstanding performance, catching seven passes for 90 yards and the touchdown. He resembled the Pro Bowl player he was in 2021. This touchdown brought relief to Johnson and his teammates, and he will now focus on making a significant impact in Pittsburgh's passing game. With fellow wide receiver George Pickens being relatively quiet in the last two games, Johnson's contributions have been vital for the team's success in the AFC playoff race.

Overall, Johnson's touchdown ended a long dry spell and provided a boost to the Steelers. The team, including Pickett and Johnson, is supportive of each other's success and remains focused on their goal of reaching the playoffs.

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