Calvin Johnson

American Football Wide Receiver, Hall of Famer

Calvin Johnson - American Football Wide Receiver, Hall of Famer
Born

November 1st, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Georgia Tech before being drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2007. As a wide receiver, achieved significant success in the NFL, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections and All-Pro honors. Set several franchise records during tenure with the Lions. Retired in 2015 after a prominent career, leaving behind a legacy as one of the top receivers in league history.

Selected 2nd overall in the 2007 NFL Draft

Recorded 1,964 receiving yards in 2012, a single-season record

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021

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