The Facts: Johnson is fitting in well with quarterback Philip Rivers and the San Diego Chargers. Johnson was among San Diego's free-agent acquisitions after playing for San Francisco. With Eddie Royal leaving for Chicago, Johnson has taken Royal's spot in the slot and also is playing outside. 'Phil is great, man,' Johnson said. 'We've linked together as brothers. We're on a good path right now.'

Diehards Line: Johnson spent his first six seasons in Buffalo, where he was the first Bills receiver to have three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons. His best showing was in 2010 when he caught 82 passes for 1,073 yards and 10 touchdowns. But last season for San Francisco, his production plummeted. He managed but 35 receptions for 435 yards and three scores. When signing a three-year deal with the Chargers in March, he commented that Rivers would be the best quarterback he played with. Rivers is equally impressed. 'Stevie is off to a heck of a start,' Rivers said. 'If there is one guy I would say I am most excited about I would probably single him out. The plays he's made and we've already had a handful of trust-building plays and confidence-building plays between the two of us. It gets me excited that he can become a huge part of our success this year.' Johnson's work hasn't escaped HC Mike McCoy. He said what makes Johnson different is his knack for beating press coverage. 'He has a unique release that he can use to get off the ball,' McCoy said. Fantasy owners shouldn't get their hopes too high, but Johnson is looking like a guy worth a late-round flyer.