Detroit Lions
Calvin Johnson - #81 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 5"/ 236 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/29/1985 |
| Birthplace | Tyrone, GA |
| College | Georgia Tech |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 1st round, 2nd pick by Lions |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 122 | 1964 | 5 |
Lions acquire OG Sims from Seattle
The Seahawks and Lions completed two trades on Monday, sending OG Rob Sims to Detroit in the more noteworthy of the two deals.
Schwartz: Lions not out of Pacman hunt
Unemployed CB Pacman Jones recently worked out in New Orleans for a handful of teams, and the Lions remain one of the clubs interested in his services.
Lions' second draft pick extremely important
There is no question that what the Lions do with their first pick will have a lot to say about the overall success of their draft haul. But their second choice very well could be a starter.
Niners trade Hill to Lions
The 49ers have traded QB Shaun Hill to the Lions for a seventh-round draft pick in 2011, the Sacramento Bee reports, citing a league source.
Lions trade for Falcons CB Houston; sign Wade
The Lions traded a sixth-round pick in April’s draft for Falcons CB Chris Houston and signed former Rams CB Jonathan Wade.
Lions re-sign TE Heller, release DE White
The busy Lions re-signed TE Will Heller today and released DE Dewayne White.
Early winners and losers in free agency
Here's a look at the teams that have spent the most wisely to this point and which ones overextended themselves after the first weekend of free agency.
Lions start remake of defense
In the course of 24 hours, the Lions made two moves to help bolster their defense, starting with the front four.
Lions continue overhaul with DE Vanden Bosch
Reports say that the Lions have made yet another strong offseason move, signing Titans DE Kyle Vanden Bosch to a contract Friday morning.
First free-agent signing: Burleson to Lions
The Lions have signed UFA WR Nate Burleson to a five-year, $25 million contract, with $11 million guaranteed, within hours of the 12:01 a.m. ET Friday start of the free-agent signing period.
NFC North team needs
The Lions need an explosive running back, and Kevin Smith, who was never that guy, is coming back from a torn ACL. PFW continues its examination of the needs of each NFL team, this time looking at the NFC North.
Schwartz evasive on Culpepper's Lions future
Lions head coach Jim Schwartz shied away from a question about the status of unrestricted free-agent QB Daune Culpepper and his standing with the team.
Lions grant DE DeVries his release
DE Jared DeVries asked the Lions for his release to get a head start on free agency, and the Lions gave it to him. But they say they would like him to return.
Lions won't use 3-4 defense next season
You can forget about the idea that the Lions could use a 3-4 defense next season. Head coach Jim Schwartz told PFW that it just isn't going to happen.
Lions' Schwartz knows what he's doing
Lions head coach Jim Schwartz is adamant in standing behind his young players, most notably Matthew Stafford, and he's very wise to do so.
Schwartz: Lions' Stafford healing very well
Lions head coach Jim Schwartz told PFW last week that QB Matthew Stafford is healing well following arthroscopic surgery on his right knee in December.
Lions could use 'extra' linebackers more
The Lions are not expected to make wholesale scheme changes on defense, but there could be a way to enhance the productivity of the unit using parts that already are on the roster.
Lions expecting far more from Derrick Williams
The Lions hit on several draft picks as playing time for youth was readily available this season, but third-round WR Derrick Williams was a disappointment.
Stanton wants chance to be Lions' backup QB
QB Drew Stanton felt as if he was railroaded by media members as the Lions cleaned out their lockers this week and stresses he wants to remain in Detroit.
Lions' Cherilus facing crucial offseason
ORT Gosder Cherilus hasn't fallen completely out of favor with the Lions' brass, but it's clear he needs a strong offseason to enter 2010 as the clear-cut starter.
PLAYER NEWS
Johnson had his run of eight straight games with 100 receiving yards snapped with five catches for 72 yards on Sunday.|||||||
Johnson surpassed Jerry Rice's single-season yards receiving record of 1,848 with 1,964 this season. His eight straight games broke an NFL record set by Charley Hennigan in 1961 and matched by Michael Irvin in 1995.
Johnson had 11 catches for 225 yards Saturday in a 31-18 loss to Atlanta.|||||||
Johnson had a great night on his record-setting performance and can add to his tremendous season in next week's finale vs. Chicago.
Johnson surpassed Jerry Rice's single-season yards receiving record of 1,848 with his 10th catch in the fourth quarter Saturday night. That put Johnson over the 200-yard mark in the game against the Atlanta Falcons. He needed 182 to surpass the mark Rice set in 1995 with the San Francisco 49ers.|||||||
Johnson had more than 100 yards receiving for an eighth straight game, breaking an NFL record set by Charley Hennigan in 1961 and matched by Michael Irvin in 1995. Johnson broke another league mark with 10 receptions in a fourth game in a row. It was Johnson's 11th game with 100 yards receiving this season, tying Irvin's NFL mark.
Johnson tied an NFL record with at least 100 receiving yards in a seventh straight game but the Detroit Lions were routed by the lowly Arizona Cardinals 38-10 on Sunday.|||||||
Johnson had 10 catches for 121 yards and has 1,667 this season, leaving him 181 behind Jerry Rice's single-season receiving record set in 1995. He's the first player to top 1,600 yards in consecutive seasons.
Johnson caught 10 passes for 118 yards against Green Bay on Sunday.|||||||
It snapped a four-game streak in which Johnson caught at least one touchdown pass, but Megatron has also racked up at least 100 receiving yards in each of his last six games.
