Gary Johnson Jr.

Gary Johnson Jr. (born August 2, 1996) is an American professional football linebacker. He played college football at Dodge City Community College and Texas. He has been a member of the Kansas City Chiefs, Washington Redskins, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Ottawa Redblacks, and Calgary Stampeders.

Early life Johnson played high school football at Douglas High School in Douglas, Alabama. He also participated in track and field in high school, winning the 2015 Class 5A state title in the 100-meter dash with a time of 10.59 seconds.

College career Dodge City Community College Johnson played college football at Dodge City Community College from 2015 to 2016 as a linebacker, earning All-Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) honors both years. He set a school record for career tackles with 215. He also had 11.5 sacks and five interceptions.

Washington Redskins Johnson signed with the Washington Redskins of the NFL on August 17, 2019. He was released on August 31, 2019. The 2020 CFL season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada. Johnson re-signed with the Roughriders on January 8, 2021. Johnson was placed on, and activated from, injured reserve several times during the 2021 season. He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 11, 2025.

Calgary Stampeders On February 13, 2025, Johnson signed with the Calgary Stampeders. He played in one regular season game and had one defensive tackle. He became a free agent upon the expiry of his contract on February 10, 2026.