There you go, bud. [5] [20] Johnson earned a first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) selection. Calvin Johnson III Class of 2022 Perfect Game Player Profile. On Monday, Jan 18, 2010, the Ridgeland Varsity Boys Basketball team lost their MLK Classic @ MS College game against Murrah High School by a score of 60-72. [153] On October 27, in a 3130 win over the Dallas Cowboys, Johnson caught a career-high 14 of 16 passes thrown in his direction; he finished the game with a career-high 329 receiving yards and one touchdown. [53][54], In 2016, Johnson was named to the Georgia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. [18] He ended his freshman campaign against Syracuse in the 2004 Champs Sports Bowl, where he recorded two receptions for 61 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown to go along with a rushing touchdown in the 5114 victory. . John Bazemore/AP Photo [3rd] Most Yards Receiving, Career 296, Pass Reception Titles: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, Pass Receiving Yardage Titles: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2007 Detroit Lions.. 7-9-0 (3rd), 2008 Detroit Lions 0-16-0 (4th), 2009 Detroit Lions 2-14-0 (4th), 2010 Detroit Lions 6-10-0 (3rd), 2011 Detroit Lions.. 10-6-0 (2nd), 2012 Detroit Lions 4-12-0 (4th), 2013 Detroit Lions.. 7-9-0 (3rd), 2014 Detroit Lions.. 11-5-0 (2nd), 2015 Detroit Lions.. 7-9-0 (3rd), Birthplace: Tyrone, Georgia
[137] In Week 6, against the Philadelphia Eagles, he had six receptions for 135 yards in the 2623 victory. . I would also like to congratulate the Class of 2020 as well as my fellow Class of 2021. From College Park to Tyrone, from Atlanta to Detroit, I want you to know that I know who you are, I know what you've done and I know how you've impacted me. Rams' head coach Sean McVay won the 2003 Georgia High School Player of the Year Award, while playing quarterback for Marist High School. Shawn Jefferson, my Detroit wide receiver coach: You always taught me to answer the bell, answer the door immediately when adversity knocks. While still regarded as being in his prime, Johnson retired after the 2015 season, citing a loss of passion for the game due to health concerns and the Lions' lack of overall success during his tenure. "[89], Johnson and the Lions faced the Atlanta Falcons on the road on September 7, 2008, in the season opener at the Georgia Dome. Right out of college, he took a job with Jon Gruden in Tampa, worked his way through the Redskins organization, then in a surprise to absolutely no one who knew him way back when became the youngest head coach in NFL history when he snared a job with the Los Angeles Rams in 2017. My mindset born from once being told I have little potential. Calvin Johnson Career Stats | StatMuse Calvin Johnson 6'5", 237 lbs Detroit Lions WR Career Stats Game Log Splits Wide receiver Calvin Johnson played 9 seasons for the Lions. And not even a blow such as pancreatic cancer was able to dampen her spirit. LeBron James High School Junior Stats: 57 receptions, 1,160 yards, 16 . Hall of Fame: Inducted as [2][58][59] Johnson was said by ESPN to be able to be productive as a rookie, much like receiver Randy Moss. Born: [99] During Week 10, formerly retired All-Pro quarterback Daunte Culpepper was signed to a one-year contract with the Lions in hopes to spur the offense and earned the starting job for the next two games. [159] Following the Steelers game, he added two more 100-yard performances in Weeks 1213 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers. [26] He earned first-team All-American honors for the 2005 season. [149], After a slow start to the 2013 season in Week 1 against the Minnesota Vikings, Johnson had six receptions for 116 yards and two touchdowns in a 2521 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Tracy Schulman, Tom Benner, Dr. Raymond Hillenbrand, my body specialist team, thank you for keeping me on the field and taking care of my family. There are so many people who have been instrumental to my being here in this special moment that time will not allow me to recognize. [189] Johnson was named to the Pro Bowl for the sixth consecutive year, but he declined to attend. [68][69], Johnson attended Reebok's NFL Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles. He was a coach on the field. Johnson was selected to play in 6 Pro Bowls. He needed the medication to help him play with a bone bruise in his back. Check out Calvin Johnson's high school sports stats, including game updates while playing track & field and football at Fort Collins High School. [24] Johnson was honored as the ACC Player of the Year, was a first-team All-ACC selection for the third consecutive year, and was recognized as a unanimous first-team All-American. The contract was worth up to US$64 million, with $27.2 in guaranteed money, making Johnson the highest-paid player in Lions history (since passed by quarterback Matthew Stafford and defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh) and the highest-paid receiver (in guaranteed money) in the NFL. Confident. We had a great team around him, but Sean made it go.. [3] On January 8, 2007, Johnson declared himself eligible for the NFL Draft, bypassing his senior season at Georgia Tech. Johnson pulled down a career-high 17 rebounds in a victory over Auburn. I want you to know that I see you, that you matter, and to fight and to do your best to make it through and never give in to the pain. [50], Johnson was SI.com's Midseason 2007 NFL Draft Projection #1 pick,[56] though Johnson had stated that he intended to earn his degree from Georgia Tech. Skip to main content He went in for a go-ahead touchdown. [198], On August 30, 2016, Johnson was announced as one of the celebrities who would compete on season 23 of Dancing with the Stars. [2] Johnson ran a 4.35 and wowed scouts with his jump drill results, his receiving skills, and his 11ft 7 in (3.53 m) broad jump, which was the "best broad jump I can ever remember an NFL prospect having," according to Gil Brandt. [73] The Lions, being told by the league that Johnson would have to skip the minicamp to attend, rescheduled the camp to accommodate Johnson. [9], Johnson was 6 feet tall in middle school, and 6 feet 4 inches as a sophomore in high school. [162] Johnson was named to the 2014 Pro Bowl, but an injury forced him to withdraw. [101] During the Week 14 match-up against the division rival Minnesota Vikings, Johnson passed the 1,000-yard receiving mark for the first time in his career after collecting three catches for 84 yards and one touchdown, ending the week with 1,055 yards receiving and nine touchdowns on the season. Needless to say, aSuper Bowl title would top a state championship and even player of the year in Georgia. Calvin Johnson had 11,619 receiving yards over his career. What the hells wrong with you? Chadwick screamed. [235], Johnson is a Christian. It gave me more empathy and understanding for those who suffer and deal with pain on a daily basis. [113] In Week 6, against the New York Giants, he had five receptions for 146 yards and one receiving touchdown in the 2820 loss. He was the first player in school history with 1,000 yards rushing and passing in consecutive years, leading Marist to a 14-1 record and a state title in 2003. Draft: Detroit Lions in the 1st round (2nd overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft. Player in 2021 [62][63], Johnson was selected by the Detroit Lions in the first round as the second pick overall in the 2007 NFL Draft. Both touchdown catches included a run after the catch (the first catch going for 38 yards and the second going for 47 yards, both over the middle) displaying Johnson's speed and breakaway ability. In my first year in the NFL, I suffered a serious back injury. [156] In Week 10 against the Chicago Bears, Johnson had six receptions for 83 yards and two touchdown receptions. He had a presence in that interview, and he had a presence on the field.. Johnson's career stats include 731 receptions for 11,619 yards and 83 touchdowns. [141][142] In the Colts game, Johnson was targeted a career-high 20 times. [144] Johnson finished with five receptions for 72 yards against the Chicago Bears in Week 17, missing out on 2,000 receiving yards by 36. As the running backs hammered into the line, drawing all 11 Shaw defenders their way, McVay paused. [158] In the following game, he had six receptions for 179 yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 3727 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11. What a blessing, an honor and an inspiration it was to witness and to have you as our mother. The ball went through his hand every single play. All rights reserved. [188] Johnson finished the season with 88 receptions for 1,214 yards (13.8 average), and nine touchdowns, reaching 1,000-yards receiving for the sixth consecutive year, and seventh time in nine years. Join our linker program. [122] This performance gave Johnson eight touchdown receptions through the first four games of the season and tied Cris Carter for most consecutive games with multiple touchdown receptions with four. [136] In Week 3, against the Tennessee Titans, he had 10 receptions for 164 yards and a touchdown in the 4441 loss. Mom, Arica Johnson, I'm thankful for your vision and drive. It was my teammate Roy Williams in 2006 and 7 who gave me the nickname Megatron when I came to the league. [25] In the following game, against North Carolina State, he recorded a collegiate career-best ten receptions for 130 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown in the 1714 loss. Come on. [129] The Lions finished with a 106 record, finished second in the NFC North, and earned a playoff berth. [45], During the summer of 2006, Johnson, who majored in management with a background in building construction, was given the option of working on either constructing environmentally friendly luxury condos, or a project building solar latrines to improve sanitation in Bolivia. 2 Pick", "Lions Go On Offense With WR Johnson, QB Stanton", "Top 10 Draft Surprises: The Lions don't trade Calvin Johnson", "Lions' draft pick wide receiver Calvin Johnson on team cam", "Calvin Johnson to throw first pitch at Tigers game", "Calvin Johnson Draft and Combine Prospect Profile", "2007 Draft Scout Calvin Johnson, Georgia Tech NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile", "Calvin Johnson, Combine Results, WR - Georgia Tech", "Dungy concerned about rookies missing minicamp", "Lions Move Minicamp So Calvin Johnson Can Participate", "Johnson takes it all in stride in Lions debut", "Lion Calvin Johnson focuses on the game, rookie of the year, not the hype", "Lions check themselves after blowout loss in Philadelphia", "Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Detroit Lions - October 21st, 2007", "Calvin Johnson shows why Lions made him No. As many of you know, I'm not one for many words. Johnson was born to Calvin Johnson Sr. and Arica Johnson on September 29, 1985, in Newnan, Georgia. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 78 (458th overall since 1960). 4 wide receiver and No. I try to make my words count. Position: WR. [100] Johnson ended his first game with Culpepper at quarterback with two receptions for 92 yards in a 3814 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. He ended the game with six receptions for 129 yards and two touchdowns. Chadwick walked off, took a breath, then came back and went in on McVay again. He was a five-star recruit, best receiver in the country, and here I am, just a tough competitor thats on a state championship team. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. [230] The foundation's goals include dedication to education, training, and social development of at-risk youth and providing financial aide to various community organizations. He was just looking right through us.. [197], Despite spending his entire 9 year career with the Lions, Johnson does not partake in any events or attend games being played by his former team. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Coach, McVay said. It was more of a successful team, so lets go ahead and give the award to the quarterback.. 12 in the Southeast and No. [179][180][181][182] In Week 5, a 4217 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Johnson caught his 671st career pass, breaking Herman Moore's franchise record. [134] Johnson beat out 42 other players and eliminated quarterback Cam Newton to win the Madden NFL 13 cover athlete on April 25, 2012, on SportsNation. [22] In the next game, he had six receptions for 114 receiving yards in a 2721 victory over North Carolina. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Thursday, March 2, 12:12AM. But what most don't know is the road to recovery from that back injury that year and the physical and mental pain that I played through well into my career. I'd like to give you some recognition. Before attending Miami University in Ohio,he was an outstanding high schoolquarterback at Marist in Georgia. [24] On September 24, against Virginia Tech, he had five receptions for 123 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown in the 517 loss. [83][84] The nickname caught on well with fans. [93][94] However, against the Minnesota Vikings, Johnson had four receptions for 85 yards and his third touchdown of the season. [225][226] In August 2019, Johnson was named to the board of directors of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. "I know it's there but it doesn't hurt," he said. Not really hard, but I just want you to know I valued every moment I spent with you, on the field, in the locker room and with our families. [3], Johnson attended the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he played for head coach Chan Gailey's Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets football team from 2004 to 2006. A two-time All-American at Georgia Tech, Johnson was selected second overall by the Detroit Lions of the National Football League in the 2007 NFL Draft, and he played for the Lions for all of his professional career. Calvin Johnson has never won a Super Bowl. What's the number on his jersey? [61] Johnson is one of only two players (Matt Jones) 6-foot-5 or taller, regardless of position, to run a 40-yard dash in under 4.40 seconds at the combine since 2005. I ain't crying. 123 yards per game). [227], Also in August 2019, Johnson announced a partnership with Harvard University to study the effects of cannabis on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and its benefits in managing pain. Anderson accumulated 40 of those yards in overtime. Its widely known how great of a coach Sean McVay is, having taken the Rams from the NFLs lowest-scoring offense to the top-ranked unit in the league this season. Really what that was is it was a reflection of the team success we had, and then we were able to have some good stats because we won the state championship.. To the NFL, college football and all major sports, including the Olympics: It's time we recognize the potential of phytomedicines, plant medicines, to aid and improve in the mental health and quality of life for so many. [106] Head coach Rod Marinelli was fired in the offseason. [41][42] In his collegiate career, Johnson made a case for being the greatest Georgia Tech player of all time. As Ashkouti recalls, a Shaw ballcarrier broke through the Marist line, barreling toward him and McVay. Ronnie Walker, my high school head coach at Sandy Creek High School: You saw things in me that I didn't see in myself. Calvin Johnson is on Instagram at megatron. You loved me and my family unconditionally over these 15 years. [145] Johnson finished the season leading the league in receptions (122) and receiving yards (1,964). Sean McVay once beat Calvin Johnson for high school player of the year Trophies, touchdowns and 'Wham Naked': The legend of Sean McVay Jay Busbee January 24, 2019, 2:33 PM (Illustration. [231] The Foundation hosts an annual camp calledCatching Dreams, which aims to help high school wide receivers. [139][140] In that stretch were performances of 207 yards and a touchdown in a 3424 loss to the Minnesota Vikings and 171 yards and a touchdown in a 3533 loss to the Indianapolis Colts. McVays now in one of the most unforgiving occupations in America, one where millions offer you a critique on your job performance week by week, hour by hour, play by play. [166] He returned in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins and had seven receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown in the 2016 victory. Quick Facts Previous article Geno Auriemma Next article What do you think? [36] In addition, Johnson's 186 receiving yards set a school record for receiving yards in a bowl game. [112], In the season opener against the Chicago Bears, Johnson caught a pass with 31 seconds left in regulation in the end zone for what looked like a game-winning touchdown. The Lions lost the game by a score of 1914. [135] Johnson started off the season with six receptions for 111 yards in a 2723 victory over the St. Louis Rams. Once the game began, then and now, theres never any doubt: Sean McVays the tip of the spear, leading his team in both word and deed. He appeared in six consecutive Pro Bowls from 2010 to 2015 and received three consecutive first-team All-Pro selections from 2011 to 2013. Matt Millen, the team's incumbent general manager and CEO since 2001, was terminated on September 24, 2008. [233] They were married in June 2016. When we were 016, you never stopped showing up. As a sophomore, he made 34 receptions for 646 yards and 10 touchdowns. [67] The next day, the Detroit Tigers invited him to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. [114] In Week 8, against the Washington Redskins, he had nine receptions for 101 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns in the 3725 victory. [27] He also earned All-ACC honors for the second straight year and was a semifinalist for the Fred Biletnikoff Award. In Week 15, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he had ten receptions for 152 receiving yards in the 2320 victory. Despite Georgia Tech being interested in his playing both football and baseball, Johnson's mother refused to allow Johnson to play both sports after determining that the year-round athletic schedule would be too demanding. Before I end, I'd like to tell you, you know, I never was one to celebrate. [43][44] Johnson had 178 receptions for 2,927 yards and 28 touchdowns during his time with the Yellow Jackets. And there came a moment when I know my time in this league, those days were numbered. You were disappointed, but you never stopped showing up. Late in the game, Marist was down four points, hopes for a state championship flickering and fading. [220] He was partnered with professional dancer Lindsay Arnold. Her spirit leads her, her drive pushes her to be the best at everything she touches. [152] In Week 7, against the Cincinnati Bengals, he had nine receptions for 155 yards and two receiving touchdowns. Calvin Johnson played 135 games over his career. 7 wide receiver in the nation by SuperPrep, and first-team all-state selection (Class AAAA) by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Hed be totally focused. That was the kind of leader he was. He played college football at Georgia Tech, where he twice received first-team All-American honors, and was selected by the Lions second overall in the 2007 NFL Draft. Your motto was my offseason mantra: Stay ready so you don't have to get ready. [236] Johnson was part of a weekly Bible study group with other Lions players. And I remember Sean, a little guy, with his shaved head and his fair skin sitting in an interview with the coaches, highlighting tape. Calvin Johnson's Football Stats Career Var 17-18 Var 16-17 Var 15-16 Career Stats Calvin has played on 3 football teams covered by MaxPreps. "I was on meds the rest of the season," he said. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. [190] His 1,214 yards in the 2015 season are the most ever in a player's final season in the NFL, while his 88 receptions are the second most in a player's final season, trailing Sterling Sharpe's 94 receptions in the 1994 season. [92] In the following two games, losses to San Francisco and Chicago, Johnson failed to score a touchdown or gain over 50 yards receiving. In 2012, he set the NFL season record for receiving yards. Bus Cook, my agent: Put your phone down. Height: 6-5 Weight: 236. [2] In a mid-February workout with speed and conditioning coach Mark Pearsall, Johnson clocked a 4.33-second 40-yard dash, recorded an 11-foot standing broad jump, and had a vertical leap of 43 inches.
Wham Naked was a risky play, especially this late in the game. Calvin Johnson Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College | Pro-Football-Reference.com Calvin Johnson Calvin Johnson Jr. (Megatron) Position: WR 6-5 , 237lb (196cm, 107kg) Born: September 29 in Tyrone, GA (Age: 37-151d) More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Hall of Fame 6x Pro Bowl 3x All-Pro HOF All-2010s Team 81 SUMMARY Career G 135 AV 94 Career Stats The pain was so severe that I would take whatever I could just to manage the pain to be able to play. "I was taking Vicodin twice a game just to get through the game. [130], Detroit found themselves on the road again in a 2012 NFC Wild Card game against the heavily favored New Orleans Saints in the playoffs. About three or four hours before game time, hed get this look in his eye, Ashkouti recalls. He was named ACC Rookie of the Year. [121] In Week 4 against the Dallas Cowboys, Johnson helped rally the Lions from a 24-point deficit to a 3430 victory by catching two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter, including a famous catch in which Johnson beat the Cowboys' triple coverage in the end zone. Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has always expressed an interest in finishing his degree at Georgia Tech. Johnson went on to play collegiately at Georgia Tech before becoming the 2nd overall . 36, Round 4 trade-up, Rams grade out poorly in NFLPA's player-survey report card, 10 cornerbacks for Rams to watch at NFL combine, Peter King shares what he thinks the Rams could get for Jalen Ramsey, Rams are in a tough spot with Allen Robinson heading into 2023, Rams 2023 Draft Prospect Profile: Hendon Hooker (QB, Tennessee), 5 safeties for Rams to watch at NFL combine, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Sean and I were just laying there on the field. Birthdate: September 29, 1985. [168] Against the Bears, he had 11 receptions for 146 yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 3417 victory. [183][184] In Week 6, Johnson caught six passes for 166 yards in an overtime 3734 victory over the Chicago Bears. Johnson has a tattoo of the crucifixion of Jesus on his left arm and a Christian cross on his right arm. 15 player in the nation by TheInsiders.com, and named to the Super Southern 100 by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Rivals 100 by Rivals.com, TheInsiders.com Hot 100, the SuperPrep All-America 275, and the Prep Star Top 100 Dream Team. [91] During Week 2 versus the Green Bay Packers, he had two key touchdowns late in the game, which sparked a large comeback, though the Lions eventually lost the game, 4825. And this right here, this is a good thing. Johnson was selected to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 2010s. September 29,1985 He has said on multiple occasions that things between him and his former team will never be made right until then and has gone on to say that ownership views the team's players as "pawns". [14] In the following game, against Clemson, he had eight receptions for 127 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns in the 2824 victory. The legacy I've left behind thus far is a direct reflection of the moments my family and friends have poured into me and by understanding that excellence alone does not come from wishful thinking or Godgiven ability, but one's ability to channel those wishful thoughts into action to achieve a desired outcome. In his career at Marist, McVay rushed for 2,600 yards and 40 touchdowns, adding 2,500 yards and 18 touchdowns through the air. [108] Schwartz ultimately revamped the entire Detroit offensive (and defensive) philosophieshiring Scott Linehan and Gunther Cunningham, respectively. [143] Johnson was also named a starter for the NFC in the Pro Bowl played in Honolulu, Hawaii. [64] The Lions were expected to trade Johnson, most likely to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the team announced that they were keeping him. McVay took it all in, then turned to the medical staff sitting nearby. [34][35] In the game, he passed Jonathan Smith for the school record for receiving yards in a single season and also moved past Kelly Campbell to be the school's all-time leader in receiving yards for a career. [173], Johnson was named to his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl, the most by any Lion since Barry Sanders was named to ten consecutive Pro Bowls. [228] In his Hall of Fame induction speech, Johnson noted his work with Harvard and the potential for plant-based medicines to "provide an alternative to their destructive counterparts, opioids". Doing so changes your outlook and outcomes of situations when you look at things from this perspective. 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Your energy is contagious, and I am grateful to call you friend. Johnson amassed 77 receptions for 1,120 yards and 12 touchdowns during the 2010 season. McVays on-field heroics ended with that state championship. [167] On November 27, in the annual Thanksgiving Day game against the Chicago Bears, Johnson became the fastest player to reach 10,000 receiving yards in NFL history at the time, eclipsing the mark in the second quarter of his 115th game. Calvin Johnson had 731 receptions over his career. [122] In a Week 15 game against the Oakland Raiders, Johnson had nine receptions for 214 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 2827 victory. 18 and 6 mos. [148] Johnson was ranked third by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2013. [169] In the next game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he had eight receptions for 158 yards and a receiving touchdown in the 3417 victory. But all things come from above, and every time I scored that touchdown, all I did was point up to the sky. Please stand, all my teammates and coaches. [60], Johnson surprised many when he weighed in at 239 pounds at the combine although he claims that this season he played "at about 235 and I got up to 238" and that his weight was not a problem. [19] Johnson was the Yellow Jackets' leading receiver with 48 catches for 837 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns, which were Georgia Tech freshman records. 37 in the nation by Rivals.com, the No. [175] Johnson and Golden Tate became the Lions' first duo to reach 1,000 yards apiece in the same season since Roy Williams and Mike Furrey in 2006. I ain't crying. But I was OK with this because I left it all on the field and enjoyed every moment. [30][31] He started the season with seven receptions for 111 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown in the 1410 loss to Notre Dame. 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