Ezra Johnson came out of Green Oaks High School in Shreveport, Louisiana, his hometown. From there his career ran through college football at Morris Brown and the 1977 NFL Draft, where the Green Bay Packers took him in the first round, and it eventually earned him a Pro Bowl selection.
He was selected in the 1st round (No. 28 overall) of the 1977 NFL Draft. His professional career included 3 teams: Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts and Houston Oilers.
Career highlights
- Pro Bowl (1978)
- Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
Honors as listed in Ezra Johnson's Wikipedia profile.
Pro career
- Green Bay Packers (1977–1987)
- Indianapolis Colts (1988–1989)
- Houston Oilers (1990–1991)
Teams as listed in the sources below, including practice-squad and offseason stints.
Questions about this player
What high school did Ezra Johnson go to?
Ezra Johnson played high school football at Green Oaks High School in Shreveport, Louisiana (Caddo Parish).
Is Ezra Johnson from Shreveport?
Yes. Ezra Johnson was born in Shreveport, Louisiana and played high school football at Green Oaks High School.
Where did Ezra Johnson play college football?
Ezra Johnson played college football at Morris Brown.
When was Ezra Johnson drafted?
Ezra Johnson was drafted in the 1st round, No. 28 overall, of the 1977 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers.
What pro teams did Ezra Johnson play for?
Ezra Johnson's pro teams include Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts and Houston Oilers.
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