Calvin Johnson: American Football Legend
Calvin Johnson, Jr. (born September 29, 1985) was a massive wide receiver for the Detroit Lions with fiery speed and game-breaking capabilities making him one of the most leading players of the NFL. In college, he played for Georgia Tech and was recognized an All-American twice. Johnson was selected with the second overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft by the Lions and signed an eight-year, $312 million contract extension in 2012, making it one of the largest sports contracts in history.
Greatest Sporting Achievements
Some of Calvin Johnson's NFL records include the most receiving yards (1,964 yards) in a single season, the most receptions in a single calendar month (49 receptions), the first player with at least two receiving touchdowns in each of his team’s first four games of a season (2011), most receiving yards (329 yards) in a four-quarter game in NFL history and most receiving yards (861 yards) in a five game span. Calvin Johnson was ranked #2 in the Top-100 Players of 2014, #3 in 2012 and 2013.
Why Is He So Good?
Nicknamed “Megatron” after the powerful evil robot leader from the Transformers, Johnson has a rare size combination—a massive size for a wide receiver, he stands 6’5” and weighs 239 lbs – speed of 40-yard dash in 4.35 seconds – with strength, leaping ability, body control and hand-eye coordination.
He was a “breath of fresh air” because he was a calm yet hardworking player for fans who had been appalled with the antics of star NFL wide-outs Terrell Owens and Randy Moss.
What You May Not Know
- While he’s one of the best among the NFL players, Calvin Johnson displayed an early affinity for baseball.
- He has a tattoo of the crucifixion of Jesus on his left arm and a Christian cross on his right arm.
- Calvin Johnson Jr. is funding a film about a coming-of-age story about a girl trying to stay true to her virginity and religion, a message he personally wants to get out there.
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