Billy Johnson was only 5' 9" but he still found a way to make a big impression on the field. In 1977 Johnson was selected to go the the Pro Bowl, it would be his 2nd of three appearances. This was the same season he was selected to the 1st All Pro team by the Associated Press.
1977 was by far Johnson's most successful season, he returned 35 punts for 539 yards and 2 touchdowns, he also returned 25 kickoffs for 630 yards and 1 touchdown. Johnson wasn't just utilized on special teams however, in that same season Johnson had 20 receptions for 412 yards and 3 touchdowns, he rushed for another 102 yards on 6 carries, gaining one last touchdown. Johnson finished that season with 1,683 all purpose yards and 7 touchdowns.
Johnson ended his 13 year career with 10,785 all purpose yards, over 4,500 which were gained from scrimmage. He had 25 receiving touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns, he gained 6 more touchdowns on punt returns and 2 on kick returns.
Johnson is known for being a pioneer in the touchdown celebration. Johnson's "Funky Chicken Dance" was one of the first touchdowns celebrations seen in the NFL.
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