Michael Connan Johnson (born November 26, 1962) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for ten seasons in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the Cleveland Browns. He played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

May 29, 2021 · Based on a June 5, 1984 NFL supplemental draft of USFL and Canadian Football League players, the Cleveland Browns held the NFL rights to Johnson. He had been selected by Cleveland in the first round of this 1984 supplemental draft, as the 18th overall pick.

Mike Johnson last played in 1995. Checkout the latest stats for Mike Johnson. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, college, draft, and more on Pro-football-reference.com.

Nov 2, 2020 · 6. Mike Johnson. The collapse of the USFL helped the Cleveland Browns more than they ever would have imagined. Through the 1984 Supplemental Draft of USFL Players, the Browns picked up Kevin Mack, Gerald McNeil, and Mike Johnson. However, Johnson’s career wasn’t a success right off the bat.

NFL teams took notice, and after finishing a stellar career in the USFL, Mike was selected in the USFL player dispersal draft with the 19th pick. Mike joined a host of other USFL castaways ( Mack , Minnefield, and McNeil ) on the Browns, helping solidify the …

Mike Johnson career stats with the Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions. Bold denotes league leader. Mike Johnson had a career-high 2 interceptions on 2 occasions, most recently during the Detroit Lions 24-17 win against the Houston Oilers on December 10, 1995.

Mar 12, 2025 · The most complete, accurate and reliable reference source for Mike Johnson pro football statistics, stats, transactions, awards, biographical data and more.

Mike Johnson played 10 seasons for the Browns and Lions. He played but didn't record a tackle. He was selected to play in 2 Pro Bowls.

Oct 5, 2012 · Johnson played inside, then middle linebacker, for the Browns in their 3-4 and 4-3 defenses from 1986-93.

May 10, 2020 · The Mount Rushmore of Browns middle linebackers CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 20: Mike Johnson #59 of the Cleveland Browns runs with the ball after intercepting a pass against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL Football game September 20, 1987 at Cleveland Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio.