About John Johnson
Lived 1941 – 2025 (aged 83). John Johnson was an American american football player.
John Howard Johnson (July 5, 1941 – February 20, 2025) was an American professional football player who was a defensive tackle for seven seasons with the Chicago Bears and the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers. Johnson died on February 20, 2025, at the age of 83.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Johnson?
American football player
When was John Johnson born?
John Johnson was born on 5 July 1941 in Gary.
When did John Johnson die?
John Johnson died on 20 February 2025.
What was John Johnson's occupation?
John Johnson was an american football player.
What nationality was John Johnson?
John Johnson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Johnson (defensive tackle)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Johnson. https://biography.guide/john-johnson-american-football-player/
MLA: "John Johnson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-johnson-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "John Johnson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-johnson-american-football-player/.
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