Tom Johnson (gridiron football)
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Johnson in the 2012 NFL season. | |||||||||
| No. 92 Minnesota Vikings | |||||||||
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| Position: | Defensive tackle | ||||||||
| Personal information | |||||||||
| Date of birth: | August 30, 1984 | ||||||||
| Place of birth: | Moss Point, Mississippi | ||||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||||
| Weight: | 288 lb (131 kg) | ||||||||
| Career information | |||||||||
| High school: | Moss Point (MS) | ||||||||
| College: | Southern Miss | ||||||||
| Undrafted: | 2006 | ||||||||
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |||||||||
| Roster status: | Active | ||||||||
| Career NFL statistics as of 2015 | |||||||||
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| Player stats at ArenaFan.com | |||||||||
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Tom Johnson (born August 30, 1984) is an American football defensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL). He was signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2006. He played college football at Southern Miss.
Early years
Johnson played high school football for Coach Jerry Alexander at Moss Point High School in Moss Point, Mississippi. He was a late starter who began playing as a junior, lettering two-years. As a senior in 2000-2001, Johnson recorded 90 tackles (25 for a loss) and eight sacks that helped Moss Point win the State 5A Championship, leading this to be named to the All-state and All-Coast teams. He was also invited to play in the MHSAA All-Star Game following his senior year.
Professional career
Indianapolis Colts
After going undrafted in the 2005 NFL Draft, Johnson signed with the Indianapolis Colts on May 5, 2006. Johnson was released at the end of training camp on September 2, 2006. He was re-signed on January 4, 2007, and assigned to the Cologne Centurions.
Philadelphia Soul
Johnson signed with the Philadelphia Soul in 2008.
Calgary Stampeders
On February 19, 2009, Johnson was signed by the Calgary Stampeders.
New Orleans Saints
On January 20, 2011, Johnson was signed to a three-year contract with the New Orleans Saints, a deal that with his signing bonus could be worth up to $1.8 million, said his agent Bardia Ghahremani.
Minnesota Vikings
On March 19, 2014, Johnson signed a one-year contract worth $845,000 with the Minnesota Vikings.[1] Johnson ended his 2014 season with 22 combined tackles, one forced fumble and a career high of 6.5 sacks. He re-signed with the Vikings on a three-year contract worth $7 million on March 8, 2015.[2]
References
- ↑ Gates, Christopher (March 20, 2014). "Tom Johnson Signs With Minnesota Vikings". Daily Norseman (Vox Media). Retrieved March 20, 2014.
- ↑ Gantt, Darin. "Vikings keep defensive tackle Tom Johnson with three-year deal". Pro Football Talk. Retrieved 8 March 2015.