Johnny Baldwin facts for kids

Johnny Baldwin (born April 1, 1984) is an American former professional football player. He played as a linebacker, which is a key defensive position in football. Johnny was chosen by the Detroit Lions in the 2007 NFL draft. He also played college football at Alabama A&M University.

After playing for the Lions, Johnny also played for other teams. These included the Kansas City Chiefs and the Washington Redskins in the NFL. He also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Later, he joined the California Redwoods in the United Football League (UFL).

Early Life and High School Football

Johnny Baldwin grew up in Bessemer, Alabama. He went to McAdory High School in McCalla, Alabama. While there, he was a great student and an amazing football player.

He played as a linebacker for his high school team. In his senior year, he was recognized as an All-Area and All-District player. This means he was one of the best players in his region!

College Football Career

After high school, Johnny went on to play college football. He attended Alabama A&M University. He continued to excel as a linebacker there.

From 2004 to 2006, he was named All-SWAC three times. SWAC stands for the Southwestern Athletic Conference. This is a group of colleges that play sports together. Being All-SWAC multiple times shows how talented he was in college.

Professional Football Journey

Johnny Baldwin began his professional career when the Detroit Lions picked him. They chose him in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL draft. This is a special event where professional teams choose new players.

After his time with the Lions, Johnny played for several other teams. He was with the Kansas City Chiefs and the Washington Redskins. He also played in Canada for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Later, he joined the California Redwoods. This team was part of the United Football League.

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In Spanish: Johnny Baldwin para niños