Larry Johnson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Larry Johnson
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Nov 19, 1979(1979-11-19)
Age	45
Birthplace	Tyler, TX
Country	United States
Birth City	Maryland
Horoscope	Scorpio

Larry Johnson Biography

Larry Johnson is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on November 19, 1979 in Tyler, TX, Maryland, United States. Former NFL running back who spent seven years with the Kansas City Chiefs, leading the AFC in rushing yards in 2005. He was a 2-time Pro Bowler and in 2006, he set the NFL record for most rushing attempts in a season with 416.

He became the lead rusher in Kansas City after Priest Holmes‘ career began to wind down.

Johnson and his father, Larry Sr., maintain a close relationship, and Johnson has referred to his father as his “best friend”. Johnson’s brother and manager, Tony Johnson, is a former starting wide receiver for Penn State from 2000–2003.

Following his 2002 senior season, Johnson was a first-team All-Big Ten selection and was recognized as a unanimous first-team All-American. He also won the Doak Walker Award (top running back), the Maxwell Award (top college player), and the Walter Camp Award (top college player). Johnson rushed for 2,159 yards and 29 touchdowns. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in integrative arts from Penn State in 2002.

Raised with two siblings, he was born to Christine and Larry Johnson, Sr.

Larry Johnson Net Worth

Larry Johnson is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Larry Johnson 's net worth $10 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

A standout at Penn State University, he was selected 27th overall in the 2003 NFL Draft by the Chiefs.

He set Kansas City Chiefs franchise records in rushing attempts (1,375) and most rushing yards in a single season (1,789 in 2006).

Larry Alphonso Johnson Jr. (born November 19, 1979) is a former American football running back in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for Penn State University, and was recognized as a unanimous All- American. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft and also played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Washington Redskins and Miami Dolphins of the NFL.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Larry Johnson height 6′ 7″ Larry weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Larry Johnson Dating?

According to our records, Larry Johnson married to Celeste Wingfield (m. 1994). As of December 1, 2023, Larry Johnson’s is not dating anyone.

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With injuries limiting Holmes during the previous two seasons, Johnson began the 2006 season as Kansas City’s featured back. He rushed for 1,789 yards (second in the league) on 416 carries, an NFL record for most carries in a season. In an October 15 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Johnson pulled strong safety Troy Polamalu down by the hair in order to tackle him. Although tackling a player by his hair is legal and does not alone constitute unnecessary roughness, Johnson was penalized for rising to his feet while retaining grasp of Polamalu’s hair (pulling him up in the process). The Chiefs made an appearance in the playoffs with a 9–7 record, where Johnson ran for 32 yards on 13 carries against the Indianapolis Colts. At the conclusion of the season, Johnson was selected for his second Pro Bowl appearance.

Facts & Trivia

Larry Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Larry Johnson celebrates birthday on November 19 of every year.

In week 9 of the 2007 regular season, Johnson was sidelined late in the 4th quarter against the Green Bay Packers with a foot injury. The injury was season-ending, as Johnson did not see any playing time in the rest of the 2007 season and was placed on the injured reserve list. Johnson ended the season with 559 yards on 158 attempts and only three rushing touchdowns.

Is Larry Johnson a Hall of Famer?

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College Basketball Hall of Fame Inducted in 2019

Where does Larry Johnson live now?

1 pick in the 1991 NBA draft and played 10 seasons with the Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks. Larry Johnson and Celeste Johnson divorced several years ago, and Larry lives in New York and works for the Knicks as a basketball and business operations representative.

What happened to Larry Johnson basketball?

Larry Johnson retired from basketball in 2001 because of chronic back problems. He ended his career averaging 16.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. The former Charlotte Hornet made two All-Star appearances, NBA Rookie of the Year, NBA All-Rookie First Team, and All-NBA Second Team.

Is Larry Johnson related to Magic Johnson?

Thank you to Larry Johnson, brother of former Los Angeles Laker Magic Johnson , who graciously took time to deliver a powerful and inspiring message today to nearly 30 Vince Smith Center and Transitional Living Center patients about his addiction to drugs, his journey to recovery, and the successful life he leads today.

Where is Sprewell now?

Sprewell now lives very modestly in a rental unit. He lost his houses to foreclosure, and his yacht was repossessed. He also owed the state of Wisconsin $3.5 million in back taxes. His ex-wife suing him for $200 million did not help matters.