Every week you showed up. Whats not as evident when it comes to the 31-year-old head coach is his athleticism. Check out Calvin Johnson's high school sports stats, including game updates while playing track & field and football at Fort Collins High School. Ronnie Walker, my high school head coach at Sandy Creek High School: You saw things in me that I didn't see in myself. This gave the Lions their first victory of the season after an 05 start. It was more of a successful team, so lets go ahead and give the award to the quarterback.. 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 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. CALVIN JOHNSON: I am trying to keep my emotions in check here, so y'all just got to chill out. Javascript is required for the selection of a player. [229], Johnson founded The Calvin Johnson Jr. Foundation, Inc. in 2008. Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has always expressed an interest in finishing his degree at Georgia Tech. It is an incredible honor and privilege to join such a distinct class as we head into Canton together. ____ Jay Busbee is a writer for Yahoo Sports. MP Stats for iPad Stat keeping for basketball teams. [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. Johnson amassed 77 receptions for 1,120 yards and 12 touchdowns during the 2010 season. 7 wide receiver in the nation by SuperPrep, and first-team all-state selection (Class AAAA) by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. [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. Come on, Jim. [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. In high school, Calvin Johnson finished his junior year with 40 receptions for 736 years and 8 touchdowns. CBSSPORTS.COM; 247SPORTS; MAXPREPS; FOLLOW MAXPREPS. [29], Johnson was named a team captain going into his junior season. Thats a lethal combination., Sophomores would get their heads shaved going into camp, it was tradition, Chadwick recalled. [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. [92] In the following two games, losses to San Francisco and Chicago, Johnson failed to score a touchdown or gain over 50 yards receiving. [17] In the next week's game against Virginia, he had five receptions for 108 receiving yards in the 3010 loss. [74] On August 3, 2007, Johnson signed a six-year deal with the Detroit Lions after holding out for eight days, and passed his physical in time to be on the field for the start of that morning's practice. You're such a kind spirit, and I admire the way you love on our boys, our handsome little boys unconditionally. https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2018/01/06/nfl-los-angeles-rams-sean-mcvay-calvin-johnson-player-of-the-year-high-school/, Watch Sean McVay dominate as dual-threat QB in high school highlights, Rams 7-round mock draft: TE at No. McVay, the teams quarterback, cornerback and occasional punter, had driven the War Eagles down to within sight of the Shaw end zone, but had run up hard against the defense on two straight plays. He wasnt huge he stood a Kyler Murray-esque 5-foot-10, at best but he could see the field like few high school players can, and he was fast enough and accurate enough to carry through on what hed envision on every play. He had a presence in that interview, and he had a presence on the field.. I stayed hurt the whole season, probably because I was trying to come back too soon. That was the kind of leader he was. [155] In this same game, Johnson tied Lance Alworth for the most career games with at least 200 yards receiving with five. [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. Calvin Johnson High School Junior Stats: 40 receptions, 736 yards, 8 touchdowns. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. [138] In the stretch from Week 9 to Week 14, he recorded five consecutive games with 125 receiving yards or more, which tied the NFL record held by Pat Studstill in the 1966 season. [193] Since Johnson was drafted by the Lions with the second overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft, no player had more receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, and 100-yard games (46) than Johnson through the 2015 season. Joins Michigan Cannabis Industry Association Board of Directors", "Megatron partners in marijuana-for-CTE research", "Calvin Johnson uses Hall of Fame speech to advocate for pain treatment alternatives in sports", "Lions Calvin Johnson builds solid foundation", "Catching Dreams continues charitable focus for Calvin Johnson Jr. Fayette County News", "Calvin Johnson gets engaged in Baltimore", "Ex-Lions WR Calvin Johnson is getting married Saturday", "Former Lions wideout Calvin Johnson reveals wife is expecting", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Calvin_Johnson&oldid=1139287468, Most consecutive 100-yard receiving games: 8. Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic. Confident. Im not sure he heard a word any of us were saying, Ashkouti says. "I was on meds the rest of the season," he said. So I've decided to share with you some things that matter to me most this evening, and those are moments, people and legacies. College: Georgia Tech. [32] In the following game, he had four receptions for 26 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 386 victory over Samford. But I dont think anybody would have sat up there and said, We think Sean is a better player than Calvin Johnson, McVay said. [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. [51][52] Johnson chose the latter, as he wanted to help the less fortunate. [226] As part of the partnership, Johnson and Sims announced a six-figure donation to the International Phytomedicines and Medical Cannabis Institute at Harvard. [105], After 2008, Detroit's front office and coaching personnel were essentially overhauled by the team ownership. He was so open and untouched he could have walked into the end zone. Contact him at jay.busbee@yahoo.com or find him on Twitter or on Facebook. [222], 1 Score given by guest judge Pitbull.2 Score given by guest judge Idina Menzel, In February 2019, Johnson and his wife Brittney were granted preliminary approval to open a medical cannabis dispensary in Michigan. Right about now, the Los Angeles Rams have to be feeling the same way. McVay jogged to the sideline. 123 yards per game). It was so bad at the moment I couldn't feel my legs, and I thought my career would be over. 37 in the nation by Rivals.com, the No. Calvin Johnson Jr. "Megatron" Born: September 25, 1985 Tyrone, GA USA Position: WR Height: 6'5" Weight: 239 College: Georgia Tech High School: Sandy Creek (Tyrone, GA) Career: 2007-2015 Drafted: 2007 in Round 1, #2 overall by the Detroit Lions Calvin Johnson played from 2007 to 2015 during his career with the Detroit Lions. [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. [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. To all my teammates and coaches over all the levels I played, could you please stand for a second. To my beautiful wife, Brittney. My legacy in sports has been solidified with no greater honor than standing before you today amongst these gentlemen. [7][8] Johnson's mother holds a Doctor of Education. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? As the running backs hammered into the line, drawing all 11 Shaw defenders their way, McVay paused. Johnson was selected to play in 6 Pro Bowls. [87], In 2008, Johnson said he could "still feel" the lower-back injury that bothered him throughout his rookie season. A natural athlete, McVay took to football instantly, starting first as a shutdown cornerback and later at quarterback. *****Sean McVay descends from football royalty; his grandfather John helped build the San Francisco 49ers Montana-Young-Rice dynasty. Solo Tackles 14 Total Tackles 18 Tackles Per Game 2.6 Sacks .0 Interceptions 0 Caused Fumbles 0 Offense All Purpose Yards Defense Tackles Sacks [191][62], On March 8, 2016, Johnson announced his retirement from the NFL after nine seasons. It gave me more empathy and understanding for those who suffer and deal with pain on a daily basis. Britt, Mom, Dad, Shay, Wali, Suray, Ari, David and Cam, Big David, Granddad and my boys, Caleb, Calvin and Carter, and all my family that I have here and friends: I love you all dearly. [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. But going into that second year, despite dealing with the pain and the back injury, I made up my mind that I was going to be the best, most dominant receiver in the NFL every time I stepped onto the football field. I also want to take a moment to share about a few people who have been instrumental to shaping my journey. Because that's where all good things come from. [117] There are so many people living in our world with pain right now, and I want to speak to you for a moment. The Seahawks won the game by a score of 1310. [124] Johnson and the Lions clinched a playoff spot for the first time since 1999, and the first time in Johnson's career, after a 3810 beating of the San Diego Chargers on Christmas Eve. He left for the NFL after his junior season. [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. He scored 19 points in a win over top-ranked Tennessee on February 16, 2019. We were a good football team, Ashkouti recalls of that state championship Marist squad. But that season, what Sean did was amazing. Player in 2021 And I want you to know they've helped carry me to this moment right here. [126] Johnson finished the season with 96 receptions for a league-leading 1,681 receiving yards and 16 receiving touchdowns. [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. [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. Join our linker program. That year, he edged out Sandy Creek High School wide . [21], Johnson started the 2005 season with four receptions for 66 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown in a 2314 victory over Auburn. Picture a Friday Night Lights-esque scene, Marist in the third round of the 2003 Georgia 4A playoffs, facing off on a cold night against Shaw, a behemoth of a high school from the southwest corner of the state. [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. An elite private Roman Catholic institution tucked into the green suburbs of north Atlanta, Marist carries a bit of a football tradition of its own, with one state championship and six runner-up honors by the time McVay arrived on campus. Coaches, too. Bus Cook, my agent: Put your phone down. We present them here for purely educational purposes. [225][226] In August 2019, Johnson was named to the board of directors of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. Johnson was born to Calvin Johnson Sr. and Arica Johnson on September 29, 1985, in Newnan, Georgia. [106] Head coach Rod Marinelli was fired in the offseason. Calvin Johnson Jr., (born September 29, 1985) is an American former football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons with the Detroit Lions. [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. *****Theres another side to the Wham Naked legend, and thats the Marist defensive failure that immediately preceded it. [62][196] On February 6, 2021, Johnson was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. [186] In Week 12, against the Philadelphia Eagles, Johnson caught eight passes for 93 yards and three touchdowns to help lead the Lions to their third straight victory and lift their record to 47. "I was taking Vicodin twice a game just to get through the game. Johnson was noted for having a rare combination of size (6ft 5 in and 239lbs), catching ability, speed (40-yard dash in 4.35 seconds), strength, leaping ability,[2][3] and body control. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. In my first year in the NFL, I suffered a serious back injury. [64] The Lions were expected to trade Johnson, most likely to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the team announced that they were keeping him. [68][69], Johnson attended Reebok's NFL Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles. The Lions offered to pay Johnson $500,000 a year for three years to show up and speak at team events and donate an additional $100,000 to a charity of his choice, but he did not accept the offer, stating "they need to figure out a way to do it and not have me work for it. As Ashkouti recalls, a Shaw ballcarrier broke through the Marist line, barreling toward him and McVay. Calvin Johnson is going to make the Hall of Fame, says Chris Ashkouti, McVays backup QB and fellow cornerback at Marist. [235], Johnson is a Christian. [12], Johnson was rated among the nation's top 10 wide receivers and top 100 players by virtually every recruiting analyst. Career Stats for WR Calvin Johnson The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. 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. It was now third-and-long, and Marist head coach Alan Chadwick called a timeout. [154] In addition to breaking the Lions' franchise record of 302 receiving yards set by Cloyce Box on December 3, 1950, it was the highest receiving yardage ever in a regulation-length game and the second-highest overall single-game yardage in NFL history, behind Flipper Anderson's 336-yard performance in a 1989 overtime win. [125] In a Week 17 game against the Green Bay Packers, Johnson had 11 receptions for a then career-best 244 receiving yards in a 4541 loss. That season resulted in an honor that, in retrospect, seems absurd: McVay beat out none other than Calvin Johnson, the future Megatron, for state Player of the Year honors. In the game, Johnson caught 12 passes for 211 receiving yards and two touchdownsbreaking Detroit's playoff record of 150 receiving yards in a playoff game previously held by Brett Perriman and Leonard Thompson. [141][142] In the Colts game, Johnson was targeted a career-high 20 times. 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I would also like to congratulate the Class of 2020 as well as my fellow Class of 2021. (FullList), PFR HOF Monitor: 84.19 (27th among WR, average HOF WR is 103.63). [136] In Week 3, against the Tennessee Titans, he had 10 receptions for 164 yards and a touchdown in the 4441 loss. And this motivated me to do the same thing for you. He has stated this is because the Lions forced him to repay $1.6 million of his signing bonus for retiring early and not playing out his contract. Coach thinks Im hard of hearing., He shook it off! Chadwick recalls with a laugh. 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. [157] The second one gave him the Lions all-time record for touchdown catches with 63, breaking the old mark previously held by Herman Moore. Your motto was my offseason mantra: Stay ready so you don't have to get ready. All rights reserved. I love you. 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. High School French Camp Academy Calvin Johnson weighed 237 lbs (107 kg) when playing. [150][151] In the following game, against the Washington Redskins, he had seven receptions for 115 receiving yards and a touchdown in the 2720 victory. I would like to start by thanking the Pro Football Hall of Fame for this incredible recognition. [113] In Week 6, against the New York Giants, he had five receptions for 146 yards and one receiving touchdown in the 2820 loss. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Shawn Jefferson, my Detroit wide receiver coach: You always taught me to answer the bell, answer the door immediately when adversity knocks. You loved me and my family unconditionally over these 15 years. Why cant you see whats going on out there? On and on it went, a good 90 seconds. Chadwick believes McVay has the mindset to handle that blast furnace, and he uses another example from the Marist sideline to illustrate his point. 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. [4][5] Johnson is also tied with Michael Irvin for 100-yard games in a season,[6] tied with Adam Thielen for consecutive 100-yard games, and holds the record for consecutive games with 10 or more receptions. For me, that legacy is improving quality of life for athletes and others. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 78 (458th overall since 1960). We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. In fact, he was so talented he actually beat out Calvin Johnson for Georgia State Player of the Year in 2003. [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. And not even a blow such as pancreatic cancer was able to dampen her spirit. Please stand, all my teammates and coaches. Following the season he declared for the NBA draft. 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. Do you have a blog? [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. That punt resulted in the Rams first three points of the game, and you know what happened after that. You were disappointed, but you never stopped showing up. Sean McVay didnt play football until his freshman year at Marist, instead focusing on soccer. "[89], Johnson and the Lions faced the Atlanta Falcons on the road on September 7, 2008, in the season opener at the Georgia Dome. You know me, I can be a little rough around the edges, but your grace and smooth touch, it keeps us in balance. Doing so changes your outlook and outcomes of situations when you look at things from this perspective. And even in those early days, Marists coaches could spot something different about this particular kid. And after a beat, he began rolling to the left, still holding the ball, all alone hence, the Naked.. [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. September 29,1985 He finished his career with 2,600 yards and 40 touchdowns on the ground, and another 2,500 yards and 18 touchdowns through the air. The ball went through his hand every single play. [22] In the next game, he had six receptions for 114 receiving yards in a 2721 victory over North Carolina. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Thank you. [223][224] He has since proceeded with plans to launch several cannabis facilities across the state (along with his business partner Rob Sims) under the brand name Primitiv. McVays on-field heroics ended with that state championship. Johnson took five weeks off after the 2007 season and was taking part in the Lions' offseason program. [221] He finished in third place to James Hinchcliffe and Laurie Hernandez. Ask this person to write to us . Calvin Johnson career stats, NFL records. Rams' head coach Sean McVay won the 2003 Georgia High School Player of the Year Award, while playing quarterback for Marist High School. [220] He was partnered with professional dancer Lindsay Arnold. [26] He earned first-team All-American honors for the 2005 season. Career Capsule Enshrinement Speech *****No matter how far we travel in life, were never all that far from our high-school selves, and McVays closest friends dont have to think hard to pick out the similarities between their onetime teammate and the wunderkind NFL head coach. He needed the medication to help him play with a bone bruise in his back. [164], Johnson started the 2014 season off strong with seven receptions for 164 yards and two receiving touchdowns in a 3514 victory over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football. But my life's legacy is still being written. He was a coach on the field. I'd like to give you some recognition. Sign up for the Rams Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Calvin Johnson Jr., (born September 29, 1985) is an American former football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons with the Detroit Lions. Calvin Johnson has never won a Super Bowl. HIGH SCHOOL TEAM LAST PLAYED HEIGHT/WEIGHT: R/R. DUNWOODY, Ga. When Sean McVay writes his autobiography, he should title it Wham Naked. He wont, but he ought to, because Wham Naked is the play that vaulted McVay from a high school field to the Super Bowl sideline. Its OK, he said. [47][75][76] He was represented by agent James "Bus" Cook. He has a son, C.J., from a previous relationship. Published: Jan 06, 2014 at 08:29 AM. [43][44] Johnson had 178 receptions for 2,927 yards and 28 touchdowns during his time with the Yellow Jackets. [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 Good evening, everybody. 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. 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. The way you helped me in my development of my emotional intelligence, oftentimes by just being a sounding board, that's reserved more than you know. We had a great team around him, but Sean made it go.. 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.
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