Eddie Johnson (linebacker)

Eddie Johnson (linebacker)

NFL player
Name=Eddie Johnson


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DateOfBirth=birth date|1959|2|3|mf=y
Birthplace=Albany, Georgia, United States
DateOfDeath=death date and age|2003|01|21|1959|02|3
Deathplace=Cleveland, Ohio, United States
College=Louisville
Position=Linebacker #51
DraftedYear=1981
DraftedRound=7
DraftedPick=187
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DatabaseFootball=JOHNSEDD01
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years=1981-1990
teams=Cleveland Browns
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Eddie Johnson (February 3, 1959 - January 21, 2003) is a former American football linebacker who played ten seasons in the National Football League with the Cleveland Browns. He wore number 51 during his time with the Browns and his nickname was "The Assassin". He was known for his fierce tackling style. He died in 2003 after a two-year battle with colon cancer.

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