It's been a rough start to his NFL for Oakland Raiders rookie cornerback Isaiah Johnson.
The fourth-round draft pick from the University of Houston suffered a facial bone fracture during the preseason and a concussion.
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On injured reserve designated to return, Johnson won't be playing Sunday against the Texans. The 6-2, 208-pound converted wide receiver is expected to return soon, though, as he started practicing in recent weeks.
The Raiders like Johnson's upside and can't wait to get him on the field.