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Giants' Theo Johnson Misses Game, Defends Knicks Outing

1/5/2026

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Theo Johnson, a tight end for the New York Giants, was ruled out of the final game due to illness and was seen at a Knicks game the same day.
Johnson said the illness was a non-contagious infection and that medical advice guided the decision, countering theories that the Giants were tanking.
Johnson attended to celebrate his brother's birthday, illustrating personal reason for the appearance and his frustration with scrutiny.

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Theo Johnson, a tight end for the New York Giants, was ruled out of the final game due to illness and was seen at a Knicks game the same day.
Johnson said the illness was a non-contagious infection and that medical advice guided the decision, countering theories that the Giants were tanking.
Johnson attended to celebrate his brother's birthday, illustrating personal reason for the appearance and his frustration with scrutiny.