Andre Johnson
American football wide receiver
Born
July 11th, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football player who played as a wide receiver. Spent the majority of career with the Houston Texans in the National Football League (NFL). Recorded over 1,000 receptions and amassed more than 14,000 receiving yards. Achieved success at the collegiate level with the University of Miami. Selected as the third overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft and quickly established a reputation as one of the top receivers in the league. Earned multiple Pro Bowl selections during career and was named a First Team All-Pro twice.
Selected third overall in the 2003 NFL Draft
Recorded over 1,000 receptions
Amassed more than 14,000 receiving yards
Multiple-time Pro Bowl selection
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