Ron Johnson (wide receiver, born 1958) facts for kids

Ronald J. Johnson (born September 21, 1958) is a former American football player. He was a wide receiver, which is a player who catches passes from the quarterback. Ron Johnson played for five seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles in the National Football League (NFL).

Ron Johnson's Football Journey

Ron Johnson was born on September 21, 1958. He grew up in Monterey, California, and went to Monterey High School. After high school, he started his college football career at Monterey Peninsula College. Later, he transferred to California State University, Long Beach, where he continued to play.

Becoming a Professional Player

In 1981, Ron Johnson was chosen by the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Draft. He was picked in the seventh round. This meant he was ready to start his professional football career.

Playing for the Eagles and Other Teams

Ron Johnson played for several teams during his career. He spent five seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. As a wide receiver, he was known for catching passes and gaining yards for his team. He had 61 receptions and gained 1,105 receiving yards. He also scored 4 touchdowns during his NFL time.

Before joining the Eagles, Ron Johnson played in other leagues. He was a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats from 1982 to 1984. This team plays in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He also played for the Portland Breakers in 1985, which was part of the United States Football League (USFL).