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Johnson with the Steelers Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers finally acquired Johnson in 1960, after having lost him to the CFL when they drafted him eight years prior. His career rejuvenated, he had his most productive years as a pro while in Pittsburgh.
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- November 24, 1929
He was one of the Steelers' great running backs, evident by being the team's first 1,000-yard rusher in 1962. Also known for being one of the greatest blocking backs of his era, John Henry was one of the first in a long line of Steelers' Hall of Famers."
- St. Mary's (CA)
- Fullback
- 6' 2"
- 210 lbs.
Jun 5, 2011 · John Henry Johnson, 81, died on Friday, June 3, in Tracy, California. "We are deeply saddened by the death of John Henry Johnson," the team said in a statement. "He was one of the Steelers' great running backs, evident by being the team's first 1,000-yard rusher in 1962.
Jun 6, 2011 · John Henry Johnson, a brawny but agile runner and a powerful blocker who starred for the San Francisco 49ers, the Detroit Lions and the Pittsburgh Steelers in a Hall of Fame career spanning 13...
Jun 4, 2011 · Also known for being one of the greatest blocking backs of his era, John Henry was one of the first in a long line of Steelers' Hall of Famers. The entire Steelers organization sends its condolences to the Johnson family for the loss of one of the great players in team history.
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John Henry Johnson, a 6-2, 210-pound workhorse running back, spent 12 years in the National Football League with the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers and a 13th season in the American Football League with the Houston Oilers.
