We were a good football team, Ashkouti recalls of that state championship Marist squad. [133], On March 14, 2012, Johnson signed an eight-year extension worth US$132 million with the Detroit Lions, with US$60 million guaranteed, making Johnson the highest-paid receiver in the league. The pain was so severe that I would take whatever I could just to manage the pain to be able to play. Right about now, the Los Angeles Rams have to be feeling the same way. Your energy is contagious, and I am grateful to call you friend. Published: Jan 06, 2014 at 08:29 AM. Following the season he declared for the NBA draft. [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. Ronnie Walker, my high school head coach at Sandy Creek High School: You saw things in me that I didn't see in myself. He had 731 catches for 11,619 yards and scored 84 touchdowns. [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. [62][196] On February 6, 2021, Johnson was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Mom, Arica Johnson, I'm thankful for your vision and drive. 19 and 1 mos. Johnson was selected to play in 6 Pro Bowls. So the War Eagles lined up in a wishbone, their usual triple-option formation. [113] In Week 6, against the New York Giants, he had five receptions for 146 yards and one receiving touchdown in the 2820 loss. [88] Johnson revealed that he needed Vicodin to play through the final three months of the 2007 season. Calvin Johnson College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits | College Football at Sports-Reference.com Calvin Johnson School: Georgia Tech Position: WR Heisman Voting : 10th in 2006 Draft: 1st round, 2nd overall of the 2007 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions 21 Calvin Johnson Overview Game Logs 2006 2005 2004 Career Splits 2006 2005 2004 Career [119] Following the 2010 season, Johnson was the recipient of the Lions/Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association/Pro Football Writers Association (Detroit Chapter) Media-Friendly Good Guy Award. [17] In the next week's game against Virginia, he had five receptions for 108 receiving yards in the 3010 loss. Georgia Tech The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. [156] In Week 10 against the Chicago Bears, Johnson had six receptions for 83 yards and two touchdown receptions. [172] In the 2420 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, he had five receptions for 85 receiving yards. Our coaches would try to humble us, tell us not to be overconfident. NCAA Northwestern (NCAA) French Camp Academy (HS) Pos ATH; Height 5-11; Weight 180; Timeline; Prospect Info. He was so open and untouched he could have walked into the end zone. As a dual-threat quarterback, he was one of the best in the state. [98], Johnson set a career-high for receptions in a game during the Week-9 match-up against the Lions' division rivals, the Chicago Bears, with eight receptions that garnered 94 yards and one touchdown, but still lost the game 2723. Wham Naked was a risky play, especially this late in the game. He earned Pro Bowl honors six consecutive years (2011-16) and was named First-Team All-Pro three times and Second-Team All-Pro once. 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. Please check your email for a confirmation. A natural athlete, McVay took to football instantly, starting first as a shutdown cornerback and later at quarterback. [86] He was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team. You know me, I can be a little rough around the edges, but your grace and smooth touch, it keeps us in balance. Come on. (FullList), PFR HOF Monitor: 84.19 (27th among WR, average HOF WR is 103.63). [135] Johnson started off the season with six receptions for 111 yards in a 2723 victory over the St. Louis Rams. [104] However, Johnson missed the Pro Bowl, with most experts attributing the snub to the Lions' dismal winless season. [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. Chadwick walked off, took a breath, then came back and went in on McVay again. Johnson was selected to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 2010s. [152] In Week 7, against the Cincinnati Bengals, he had nine receptions for 155 yards and two receiving touchdowns. [233] They were married in June 2016. Calvin Johnson weighed 237 lbs (107 kg) when playing. [15] On October 16, against Duke, he had six receptions for 92 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 247 victory. [82] Fellow teammate and wide receiver Roy Williams nicknamed Johnson "Megatron", due to his large hands being similar to that of the towering Decepticon. My legacy in sports has been solidified with no greater honor than standing before you today amongst these gentlemen. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. I also want to take a moment to share about a few people who have been instrumental to shaping my journey. And when they left, wed look at each other and wed say, Were going to be fine. [123] He joined Cloyce Box as the only players in franchise history to record at least 200 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the same game. 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. Chadwick believes McVay has the mindset to handle that blast furnace, and he uses another example from the Marist sideline to illustrate his point. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- When you are 6-foot-5 and 234 pounds like Florida State wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin, comparisons to Calvin Johnson are unavoidable . Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. These plants, primitive in nature, provide an alternative to their destructive counterparts, opioids. [117] 81. [2][58][59] Johnson was said by ESPN to be able to be productive as a rookie, much like receiver Randy Moss. Join our linker program. [225][226] In August 2019, Johnson was named to the board of directors of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. [87], In 2008, Johnson said he could "still feel" the lower-back injury that bothered him throughout his rookie season. Quick Facts Previous article Geno Auriemma Next article What do you think? Calvin Johnson was born on September 29, 1985. [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. 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. Receiving yards in a single season 1,202 (2006), Receiving touchdowns in a single season 15 (2006), 100-yard games in a single season 7 (2006), First-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference, 2004, 2005, and 2006, 10th place in 2006 Heisman Trophy voting 43 total votes (76 receptions, 1,202 yards, 15.8 avg, 15 touchdowns), Selected for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, 6x Pro Bowler (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015), 4x NFC Offensive Player of the Week (2010 - Week 8, 2011 - Week 15, 2013 - Week 8, 2015 - Week 6), 2x NFC Offensive Player of the Month (November 2012, October 2013), Most receiving yards in a single season (16 games): 1,964 yards (2012), Seasons with 1,600 yards receiving (2, tied with, Most consecutive games with at least 100 receiving yards (8, tied with, Most consecutive games with at least 10 receptions (4), Most 100 receiving yard games in a single season (11, tied with, Most receiving yards in a five-game span (861 yards), Most receiving yards in a six-game span (962 yards), Most receiving yards in a single game in regulation: 329 (October 27, 2013, against the Dallas Cowboys), Most games with at least 200 receiving yards: 5 (tied with Lance Alworth), Most receiving touchdowns in a single season: 16 (2011), Most receptions in a single game: 14 (October 27, 2013, against the Dallas Cowboys, tied with, Most receiving yards in a single game: 329 (October 27, 2013, against the Dallas Cowboys), Most seasons with 10+ receiving touchdowns: 4, Most games with multiple touchdowns in one half: 12, Most receiving yards in a single game in regulation (329, October 27, 2013, against the Dallas Cowboys), Most games with at least 100 receiving yards: 46, Most games with at least 150 receiving yards: 15, Most games with at least 200 receiving yards: 5, Most games with at least 300 receiving yards: 1, Most games with at least one receiving touchdown: 64, Most games with at least two receiving touchdowns: 17, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 14 February 2023, at 09:58. Rams' head coach Sean McVay won the 2003 Georgia High School Player of the Year Award, while playing quarterback for Marist High School. Thats a lethal combination., Sophomores would get their heads shaved going into camp, it was tradition, Chadwick recalled. [163] Johnson was ranked second by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014. Height: 6-5 Weight: 236. [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. Calvin Johnson was elected into the Hall of Fame as a Player in 2021. Shawn Jefferson, my Detroit wide receiver coach: You always taught me to answer the bell, answer the door immediately when adversity knocks. He played for the Detroit Lions in jersey no. 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 He ended the game with six receptions for 129 yards and two touchdowns. He had a presence in that interview, and he had a presence on the field.. We went out to visit him in Los Angeles, and he was showing us around camp, Etheridge says. In these cases, the average was taken. John Bazemore/AP Photo Two-time All-State. [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 [226] As part of the partnership, Johnson and Sims announced a six-figure donation to the International Phytomedicines and Medical Cannabis Institute at Harvard. One of the more defining moments for me came early in my career. Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic. Fast forward to 2012: Megatron broke Jerry Rice's single-season record of 1,848 receiving yards, and finished the season with 1,964 yards (approx. It was now third-and-long, and Marist head coach Alan Chadwick called a timeout. 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. He needed the medication to help him play with a bone bruise in his back. Williams later changed the nickname to "Bolt" after Jamaican sprinting phenom Usain Bolt, comparing the two athletes' similar height and running abilities. [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. [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. 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. [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. They lacked that necessary winning fire, and after one failed offensive series, McVay came to the sideline and sat down on the bench near the medical staff. In Week 15, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he had ten receptions for 152 receiving yards in the 2320 victory. Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has always expressed an interest in finishing his degree at Georgia Tech. [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 it was my second year when that Megatron mindset was born. 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. Calvin Johnson is on Instagram at megatron. Its OK, he said. There you go, bud. [22] In the next game, he had six receptions for 114 receiving yards in a 2721 victory over North Carolina. On defense, he would put a charge into the rest of us every time he was out there., We knew what we had in Sean, Chadwick says. Skip to main content Johnson played in 135 career games for the Lions with 130 starts. * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. To all my teammates and coaches over all the levels I played, could you please stand for a second. [220] He was partnered with professional dancer Lindsay Arnold. [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". I would also like to congratulate the Class of 2020 as well as my fellow Class of 2021. You combine that with a strong work ethic and a photographic memory? [45][57] He was regarded as the best athlete to come out of the draft and was the #1 player on most draft boards. View Calvin Johnson's career, season and game-by-game baseball stats while attending Menlo-Atherton High School. BATS/THROWS . Family and friends spent time with McVay in New Orleans the night before the game, and that old familiar mask had dropped over McVays face. He made his collegiate debut against Samford and had two receptions for 45 receiving yards in the 287 victory. [78][79][80] He sustained a lower back injury after making a catch over two Philadelphia Eagles defenders on September 23, 2007. [110] Stafford was named the team's starting quarterback out of training camp, but he battled various injuries throughout the season. [83][84] The nickname caught on well with fans. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. [166] He returned in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins and had seven receptions for 113 yards and a touchdown in the 2016 victory. [155] In this same game, Johnson tied Lance Alworth for the most career games with at least 200 yards receiving with five. Megatron is a nickname for Calvin Johnson. Weve got McVay. . [141][142] In the Colts game, Johnson was targeted a career-high 20 times. Finally, he was tabbed to the AJC's preseason Super 11. 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. Youre too old!: Watch Pats Edelman motivate Brady Cowboys WR makes damning claim against team Raiders star mocks clowns on TV after being criticized Suns stadium debate sparked between shooter, victim, the one that McVay called in the NFC championship down 13-0, Youre too old!: Watch Pats Edelman motivate Brady, Cowboys WR makes damning claim against team, Raiders star mocks clowns on TV after being criticized, Suns stadium debate sparked between shooter, victim. [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. [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. 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. That was the kind of leader he was. Calvin Johnson II. Calvin Johnson had 731 receptions over his career. Calvin Sr., from consistently being on call on the railroad to putting food on the table, the attitude of which you handle any task on or off the track taught me how to handle and maintain my demeanor in all situations. Player in 2021 For the second time, it's hard for me to go back and name every single one of you. Thank you. [148] Johnson was ranked third by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2013. What the hells wrong with you? Chadwick screamed. [38][39][40] Johnson's 15 receiving touchdowns were a new Georgia Tech single-season record. You spoke confidence into me and solidified my parents' teaching by emphasizing the same principles. [221] He finished in third place to James Hinchcliffe and Laurie Hernandez. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. [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. Thats what I see now on TV.. You were disappointed, but you never stopped showing up. [68][69], Johnson attended Reebok's NFL Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles. Matt Millen, the team's incumbent general manager and CEO since 2001, was terminated on September 24, 2008. [109] Detroit held the first pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, and selected quarterback Matthew Stafford out of the University of Georgia. [26] He earned first-team All-American honors for the 2005 season. Draft: Selected by the Detroit Lions in the 1st round (2nd overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft. [111] Johnson finished the 2009 season with 67 receptions, 984 yards, and five touchdowns, while missing two games. 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. Find out more. [126] Johnson finished the season with 96 receptions for a league-leading 1,681 receiving yards and 16 receiving touchdowns. You loved me and my family unconditionally over these 15 years. You'll now receive the top Rams Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Calvin Johnson has never won a Super Bowl. [23] The game featured Georgia Tech having two 100-yard receivers in the same game for the sixth time in school history, Johnson and Damarius Bilbo, who had 131. [236] Johnson was part of a weekly Bible study group with other Lions players. Marist won that game and two more afterward, claiming the Georgia 4A high school championship, and the legend of Sean McVay took flight. About three or four hours before game time, hed get this look in his eye, Ashkouti recalls. He was tabbed the No. In closing, I ask that you all join me in leaving your own legacy by helping to improve the quality of life for others in whatever way you can. 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. And this right here, this is a good thing. 0 Points Upvote Downvote Written by Jami Thompson I try to make my words count. [51][52] Johnson chose the latter, as he wanted to help the less fortunate. Calvin Johnson ( #A681-903 ) < Previous Education Profile Next Education Profile > Counseling; Highest level of education 10th Grade . He racked up 713 catches, 11,619 receiving yards and 83 receiving touchdowns during his . For me, that legacy is improving quality of life for athletes and others. Late in the game, Marist was down four points, hopes for a state championship flickering and fading. [194][195] His 5,137 receiving yards from 2011 to 2013 are the most by any player over a three-year stretch in NFL history. As the running backs hammered into the line, drawing all 11 Shaw defenders their way, McVay paused. He left for the NFL after his junior season. Calvin Johnson III Class of 2022 Perfect Game Player Profile. 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. Come on, Jim. He had a few scholarship offers to . And I want to say thank you to each and every one of you. As many of you know, I'm not one for many words. . Hed be totally focused. [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. 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. [95], On October 14, before the Week 6 trade deadline, Roy Williams was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a first, a third and a seventh-round pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, making Johnson the Lions' starting wide receiver and the last big threat on the offense. Football Hall of Fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame all rights,... 180 ; Timeline ; Prospect Info of directors of the Michigan Cannabis Industry.... 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