Birthdate: September 29, 1985. [67] The next day, the Detroit Tigers invited him to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. "I know it's there but it doesn't hurt," he said. Chadwick believes McVay has the mindset to handle that blast furnace, and he uses another example from the Marist sideline to illustrate his point. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic. Thats what I see now on TV.. [62][63], Johnson was selected by the Detroit Lions in the first round as the second pick overall in the 2007 NFL Draft. Johnson took five weeks off after the 2007 season and was taking part in the Lions' offseason program. He was tabbed the No. 18 and 6 mos. Calvin Johnson Jr. (born September 29, 1985) is a former American football wide receiver. My big sister Shay, Erica, Erica LaShay Johnson oh, Johnson, my bad, my bad, you got me. My journey through the pain began to reshape my view of the world. [55] He was selected for induction to the College Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Johnson was selected to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 2010s. [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. Skip to main content [14] In the following game, against Clemson, he had eight receptions for 127 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns in the 2824 victory. 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.
[135] Johnson started off the season with six receptions for 111 yards in a 2723 victory over the St. Louis Rams. Johnson's career stats include 731 receptions for 11,619 yards and 83 touchdowns. I ain't crying. In his career at Marist, McVay rushed for 2,600 yards and 40 touchdowns, adding 2,500 yards and 18 touchdowns through the air. Height: 6-5 Weight: 236. Much of the 2008 Detroit roster was released by the new regime, and the 2009 team was viewed as somewhat of a work-in-progress and eventually finished with a 214 record. He had a presence in that interview, and he had a presence on the field.. [155] In this same game, Johnson tied Lance Alworth for the most career games with at least 200 yards receiving with five. *****Sean McVay descends from football royalty; his grandfather John helped build the San Francisco 49ers Montana-Young-Rice dynasty. [198], On August 30, 2016, Johnson was announced as one of the celebrities who would compete on season 23 of Dancing with the Stars. But what most don't know is the road to recovery from that back injury that year and the physical and mental pain that I played through well into my career. [118] He was selected to the first Pro Bowl of his career. You combine that with a strong work ethic and a photographic memory? Why cant you see whats going on out there? On and on it went, a good 90 seconds. View Calvin Johnson's career, season and game-by-game baseball stats while attending Menlo-Atherton High School. 37 in the nation by Rivals.com, the No. This time, late in the fourth quarter, Seahawks safety Kam Chancellor punched the ball out of Johnson's hands while he was trying to score a late go-ahead touchdown. Thank you for being a standup guy. [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. [88] Johnson revealed that he needed Vicodin to play through the final three months of the 2007 season. [41][42] In his collegiate career, Johnson made a case for being the greatest Georgia Tech player of all time. [160][161], Overall, he finished the 2013 season with 84 receptions, 1,492 receiving yards, and 12 receiving touchdowns in 14 games. 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. He ran right through us, Ashkouti recalls. [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. [22] In the next game, he had six receptions for 114 receiving yards in a 2721 victory over North Carolina. Chadwick spotted him, stormed over, and lit into his quarterback with the fury of an exploding sun. 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. [115] In Week 10, against the Buffalo Bills, he had ten receptions for 128 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown in the 1412 loss. [101] During the Week 14 match-up against the division rival Minnesota Vikings, Johnson passed the 1,000-yard receiving mark for the first time in his career after collecting three catches for 84 yards and one touchdown, ending the week with 1,055 yards receiving and nine touchdowns on the season. He needed the medication to help him play with a bone bruise in his back. [93][94] However, against the Minnesota Vikings, Johnson had four receptions for 85 yards and his third touchdown of the season. 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. [221] He finished in third place to James Hinchcliffe and Laurie Hernandez. Career Stats for WR Calvin Johnson The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. Love you, babe. But it was my second year when that Megatron mindset was born. [53][54], In 2016, Johnson was named to the Georgia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. [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. CBSSPORTS.COM; 247SPORTS; MAXPREPS; FOLLOW MAXPREPS. For me, that legacy is improving quality of life for athletes and others. [165] Johnson suffered an ankle injury that kept him out of action after Week 5. To my beautiful, lovely wife: You brought balance to our demanding worlds. Please check your email for a confirmation. He went in for a go-ahead touchdown. Do you have a blog? 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. [99] During Week 10, formerly retired All-Pro quarterback Daunte Culpepper was signed to a one-year contract with the Lions in hopes to spur the offense and earned the starting job for the next two games. And I want to say thank you to each and every one of you. [19] Johnson was the Yellow Jackets' leading receiver with 48 catches for 837 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns, which were Georgia Tech freshman records. "[89], Johnson and the Lions faced the Atlanta Falcons on the road on September 7, 2008, in the season opener at the Georgia Dome. [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. *****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. What's the number on his jersey? 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. 81. [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. [183][184] In Week 6, Johnson caught six passes for 166 yards in an overtime 3734 victory over the Chicago Bears. [7][8] Johnson's mother holds a Doctor of Education. Finally, he was tabbed to the AJC's preseason Super 11. It gives me great joy to call all of your friends. It was my teammate Roy Williams in 2006 and 7 who gave me the nickname Megatron when I came to the league. McVays on-field heroics ended with that state championship. McVay has a chance to add to his trophy case this season. On the headset, Chadwick was talking over options with his offensive coordinator, Paul Etheridge, who was in the press box high above the field. NCAA Northwestern (NCAA) French Camp Academy (HS) Pos ATH; Height 5-11; Weight 180; Timeline; Prospect Info. [51][52] Johnson chose the latter, as he wanted to help the less fortunate. LeBron James High School Junior Stats: 57 receptions, 1,160 yards, 16 . [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. Nicknamed "Megatron" after the Transformers character of the same name, he is regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers of all time.[1]. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. For those who are out there suffering in silence and living in pain, for those who feel there's no hope for better days, with my partnerships I'm committed to helping people elevate their wellness. [107] Marinelli was replaced by Jim Schwartz, then defensive coordinator of the Tennessee Titans. You spoke confidence into me and solidified my parents' teaching by emphasizing the same principles. In high school, Calvin Johnson finished his junior year with 40 receptions for 736 years and 8 touchdowns. The closer the day drew to kickoff, teammates would see a change come over McVay. CALVIN JOHNSON: I am trying to keep my emotions in check here, so y'all just got to chill out. We present them here for purely educational purposes. [190] His 1,214 yards in the 2015 season are the most ever in a player's final season in the NFL, while his 88 receptions are the second most in a player's final season, trailing Sterling Sharpe's 94 receptions in the 1994 season. Calvin Johnson's Football Stats Career Var 17-18 Var 16-17 Var 15-16 Career Stats Calvin has played on 3 football teams covered by MaxPreps. Buddy Geis, my Georgia Tech wide receiver coach: You taught me there are two things you can always control in this life: your attitude and your effort. [185] This was his fourth NFC Offensive Player of the Week nomination for his effort against the Bears. He played for the Detroit Lions in jersey no. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. That was ridiculous, McVay told the Los Angeles Times. You know me, I can be a little rough around the edges, but your grace and smooth touch, it keeps us in balance. You'll now receive the top Rams Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Draft: Selected by the Detroit Lions in the 1st round (2nd overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft. 1) Write to Calvin, and let this person know that you're willing to help this person pursue an education. [33] Against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the Toyota Gator Bowl, Johnson had nine catches for a collegiate-career best 186 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns, albeit in a 3835 loss. About three or four hours before game time, hed get this look in his eye, Ashkouti recalls. [178], Much like Week 1 in Chicago five years back, in Week 4 at Seattle, Johnson was involved in another controversial play. [109] Detroit held the first pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, and selected quarterback Matthew Stafford out of the University of Georgia. Check out Calvin Johnson's high school sports stats, including game updates while playing track & field and football at Fort Collins High School. 19 and 1 mos. [64] The Lions were expected to trade Johnson, most likely to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but the team announced that they were keeping him. He was so open and untouched he could have walked into the end zone. Williams later changed the nickname to "Bolt" after Jamaican sprinting phenom Usain Bolt, comparing the two athletes' similar height and running abilities. Its a play thats already a Bunyanesque legend at Marist High School, the launching pad for McVays football career. Because moments, people and legacy matters. The Seahawks won the game by a score of 1310. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. [82] Fellow teammate and wide receiver Roy Williams nicknamed Johnson "Megatron", due to his large hands being similar to that of the towering Decepticon. I love you. In Week 15, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he had ten receptions for 152 receiving yards in the 2320 victory. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. ____ Jay Busbee is a writer for Yahoo Sports. Despite Georgia Tech being interested in his playing both football and baseball, Johnson's mother refused to allow Johnson to play both sports after determining that the year-round athletic schedule would be too demanding. Johnson went on to play collegiately at Georgia Tech before becoming the 2nd overall . [83][84] The nickname caught on well with fans. Our coaches would try to humble us, tell us not to be overconfident. Calm. High School French Camp Academy Johnson amassed 77 receptions for 1,120 yards and 12 touchdowns during the 2010 season. [113] In Week 6, against the New York Giants, he had five receptions for 146 yards and one receiving touchdown in the 2820 loss. One of the more defining moments for me came early in my career. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. [168] Against the Bears, he had 11 receptions for 146 yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 3417 victory. [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". Quick Facts Previous article Geno Auriemma Next article What do you think? [120], In 2011, Johnson had his second best statistical season of his NFL career, reaching a then career-high 1,681 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns. 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. Both touchdown catches included a run after the catch (the first catch going for 38 yards and the second going for 47 yards, both over the middle) displaying Johnson's speed and breakaway ability. Calvin Johnson had 731 receptions over his career. [145] Johnson finished the season leading the league in receptions (122) and receiving yards (1,964). A two-time All-American at Georgia Tech, Johnson was selected second overall by the Detroit Lions of the National Football League in the 2007 NFL Draft, and he played for the Lions for all of his professional career. 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. As the running backs hammered into the line, drawing all 11 Shaw defenders their way, McVay paused. Doing so changes your outlook and outcomes of situations when you look at things from this perspective. Weve got McVay. . 4 wide receiver and No. Calvin Johnson ( #A681-903 ) < Previous Education Profile Next Education Profile > Counseling; Highest level of education 10th Grade . Calvin Johnson career stats, NFL records. It was now third-and-long, and Marist head coach Alan Chadwick called a timeout. His highlight reels are so much fun to watch, given his speed and quickness at the position. 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. Thank you. He scored 19 points in a win over top-ranked Tennessee on February 16, 2019. Good evening, everybody. [152] In Week 7, against the Cincinnati Bengals, he had nine receptions for 155 yards and two receiving touchdowns. John Bazemore/AP Photo [142] On December 22, against the Atlanta Falcons, Johnson broke Jerry Rice's single-season receiving yards record of 1,848 yards. 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. Calvin Johnson High School Junior Stats: 40 receptions, 736 yards, 8 touchdowns. [106] Head coach Rod Marinelli was fired in the offseason. As many of you know, I'm not one for many words. Thats a lethal combination., Sophomores would get their heads shaved going into camp, it was tradition, Chadwick recalled. We had a great team around him, but Sean made it go.. As a junior, Johnson caught 40 passes for 736 yards and eight touchdowns. [3] By the time he was a junior, he was ranked as within the top 10 wide receivers and the top 100 players in the nation by almost every writer. Your energy is contagious, and I am grateful to call you friend. [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. Anderson accumulated 40 of those yards in overtime. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. [175] Johnson and Golden Tate became the Lions' first duo to reach 1,000 yards apiece in the same season since Roy Williams and Mike Furrey in 2006. [62][196] On February 6, 2021, Johnson was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. [159] Following the Steelers game, he added two more 100-yard performances in Weeks 1213 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers. [105], After 2008, Detroit's front office and coaching personnel were essentially overhauled by the team ownership. [9], Johnson was 6 feet tall in middle school, and 6 feet 4 inches as a sophomore in high school. [174] He finished the 2014 season with 71 receptions for 1,044 receiving yards and receiving eight touchdowns. And there came a moment when I know my time in this league, those days were numbered. Calvin Johnson II. It's truly an honor to be standing before you this evening celebrating this incredible moment. On Monday, Jan 18, 2010, the Ridgeland Varsity Boys Basketball team lost their MLK Classic @ MS College game against Murrah High School by a score of 60-72. Lions receiver Calvin Johnson has always expressed an interest in finishing his degree at Georgia Tech. [78][79][80] He sustained a lower back injury after making a catch over two Philadelphia Eagles defenders on September 23, 2007. And I'm honored to be partnered with Harvard University, Dr. Wilfred Ngwa, Johns Hopkins and other institutions to help address the global disparities and bring validated solutions to people everywhere. There are so many people living in our world with pain right now, and I want to speak to you for a moment. 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. [64][65][66] This is the highest a Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket has ever been drafted. 12 in the Southeast and No. HIGH SCHOOL TEAM LAST PLAYED HEIGHT/WEIGHT: R/R. NAME HEIGHT WEIGHT HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE BIRTHDATE; Calvin Johnson: 6'5" 237: Georgia Tech: 9/29/1985 [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. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Fridays, with their classes that take forever and pep rallies and anticipation that builds every hour, are the finest days for high school football players. You were the precedent. There you go, bud. [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. 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. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Johnson's parents stressed education in his childhood, forbidding him from playing sports if he didn't receive A's and B's in school. 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. In typical McVay fashion, he deflected praise from that season on his teammates, saying he won the award because of the teams success. I would like to start by thanking the Pro Football Hall of Fame for this incredible recognition. He was named ACC Rookie of the Year. Come on. As Ashkouti recalls, a Shaw ballcarrier broke through the Marist line, barreling toward him and McVay. 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. [232], Johnson became engaged to long-time girlfriend Brittney McNorton in March 2015. [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. 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. [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. 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. To all my teammates and coaches over all the levels I played, could you please stand for a second. Linebacker K. J. Wright then batted the ball out of the end zone for a touchback. He did it in high school, and he did it with that fake punt you know, the one that McVay called in the NFC championship down 13-0. [24] He entered his 2006 season in the running for the Biletnikoff Award and Heisman Trophy. [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. All rights reserved. He left for the NFL after his junior season. 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[189] Johnson was named to the Pro Bowl for the sixth consecutive year, but he declined to attend. [36] In addition, Johnson's 186 receiving yards set a school record for receiving yards in a bowl game. [90] As the official starting wide receiver behind Roy Williams, Johnson led the team in receptions and yards, collecting seven catches for 107 yards, which included one 38-yard catch-and-run in the Lions' 3421 loss. Calvin Johnson was elected into the Hall of Fame as a Player in 2021. [233] They were married in June 2016. [191][62], On March 8, 2016, Johnson announced his retirement from the NFL after nine seasons. [172] In the 2420 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, he had five receptions for 85 receiving yards. He ended the game with six receptions for 129 yards and two touchdowns. [163] Johnson was ranked second by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014. Sean McVay once beat Calvin Johnson for high school player of the year Trophies, touchdowns and 'Wham Naked': The legend of Sean McVay Jay Busbee January 24, 2019, 2:33 PM (Illustration. These plants, primitive in nature, provide an alternative to their destructive counterparts, opioids. He would go on to play for Miami of Ohio, and while he had the potential to be a Julian Edelman-esque fireplug receiver, injuries cut short the last of his football dreams. Come on, Schwartz. 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. *****Theres another side to the Wham Naked legend, and thats the Marist defensive failure that immediately preceded it. My journey through life in sports has led me to a point of pursuing a new legacy. 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. 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. We went out to visit him in Los Angeles, and he was showing us around camp, Etheridge says. [234] The couple currently resides in Detroit. But I dont think anybody would have sat up there and said, We think Sean is a better player than Calvin Johnson, McVay said. 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