Stevie Johnson signs three-year Chargers deal

The San Diego Chargers have announced that they have signed wide receiver Stevie Johnson.

The 28-year-old was released by the San Francisco 49ers after just one season at the club, where he failed to make a lasting impression on the NFC West side's offense.

Johnson was reportedly pursued by the Chargers and the New England Patriots, but has agreed to join Mike McCoy's men on a three-year contract worth up to $12m (£8.1m).

The receiver has recorded 336 receptions for 4,627 yards and 31 touchdowns in his seven years in the NFL.