The Facts: According to NBC4 in Washington's Dianna Marie Russini, the Patriots are targeting Johnson.

Diehards Line:Johnson was released by the 49ers on Thursday, but both sides have left the door open for his to re-sign at a lower salary. In addition, the Browns and Jets have been mentioned as being interested. The Ravens might be as well. And now the Patriots are sniffing around. ... Johnson, 28, was the 49ers' No. 3 wide receiver last year, catching 35 passes for 435 yards and three touchdowns. He missed the final three games of the season with a knee injury. ... Stay tuned.