Jimmy Johnson

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JIMMY JOHNSON

COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Lettered 1958,59,60
  • Played defensive back
  • Was a 1st round draft pick (6th overall) in 1961 NFL Draft. Also chosen by the Los Angeles Chargers of the Old AFL.

PRO HIGHLIGHTS

  • Played for the San Francisco 49ers from 1961 to 1976.
  • As a pro, he played on offense, at safety before moving to cornerback permanently in 1963.
  • Had outstanding speed, leaping ability.
  • Named all-pro four times. . .Selected to five Pro Bowls.
  • Career record: 47 interceptions, 615 yards (both were 49ers records).
  • Opposition passers avoided throwing in his area
  • Played in two NFC title games.

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