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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