Randy Johnson (quarterback)
American football player (1944-2009)
Randolph Klaus Johnson (June 17, 1944 – September 17, 2009) was an American professional football player. He was the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their inaugural season of 1966. He also had brief stints with the New York Giants, Washington Redskins, and Green Bay Packers. In 1974, he played with The Hawaiians of the World Football League (WFL).
Early life and college
Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Johnson graduated from its Sam Houston High School in 1962. He played college football at Texas A&I in Kingsville (now Texas A&M–Kingsville), teammates with guard Gene Upshaw.
Johnson is a member of the Texas A&M Kingsville Javelina Hall of Fame. A two time All-American in 1964 and 1965. He led the Javelinas in passing in all four years he played and led the team in rushing in 1964. Johnson was the Lone Star Conference MVP in 1964 after leading the conference in passing.
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