- Mike Johnson (linebacker)
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For other people named Michael Johnson, see Michael Johnson.
Mike Johnson Position(s)
LinebackerJersey #(s)
59Born November 26, 1962
Southport, North CarolinaCareer information Year(s) 1986–1995 College Virginia Tech Professional teams - Philadelphia Stars (USFL) (1984)
- Baltimore Stars (USFL) (1985)
- Cleveland Browns (1986-1993)
- Detroit Lions (1994-1995)
Career stats Sacks 14.5 Interceptions 13 Touchdowns 2 Stats at NFL.com Career highlights and awards Michael Johnson (born November 26, 1962 in Southport, North Carolina) is a former American football linebacker who played ten seasons in the National Football League, mainly with the Cleveland Browns. Previously, he played in the USFL for the Philadelphia/Baltimore Stars for two seasons.
He was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the 1st round (18th overall) of the 1984 NFL Supplemental Draft of USFL and CFL Players.
Johnson is the brother-in-law of former Dallas Cowboys guard Nate Newton, and uncle of Texas Longhorns running back Tre' Newton.[1]
References
- ^ Horn, Barry (December 2, 2009), "Texas' Tre' Newton, son of a Cowboy, is molded by his mother", Dallas Morning News, http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/colleges/texas/stories/120209dnsponewtonlede.3dd034e.html
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