Titans running back Chris Johnson capped off a remarkable season by winning AP offensive player of the year. This second year back had the numbers to back up this honor…
Johnson capped a terrific season by winning AP offensive player of the year
Johnson set a league record for yards from scrimmage with 2509. He was the first player in NFL history to have 2000 yards rushing and 500 yards receiving in the same season. He also threw in 16 touchdowns to boot, 3 of them were from 85 yards or more—another NFL record.
Even more impressive that his stats is that the Titans started off 0-6 and he was keyed on much of the game with no real passing attack to speak of. Vince Young came on strong in the second half of the season. It will be scary to think what numbers he will put up with a balanced offense all season.
He has targeted Eric Dickerson’s record breaking season of 2105 yards. This will give him more motivation to run harder with determination. Johnson is considered the fastest player in the NFL.
I love to watch a home run hitter in football. Everytime he touches the ball, he is a real threat to go all the way.He is a back that gets the tough yards when he has to. He is the most dependable and durable back in the league today. There is nothing he can’t do.
If you do not know Chris Johnson’s name by know, you will next year. He brings a string of eleven consecutive 100 yard games into next season. I think that this great runner will break Dickerson’s record and put his name in the record books forever. He runs both with power and speed.
He is a joy to watch and is a back that you will root for. Johnson has only played two seasons. It is pretty scary to think of what kind of career numbers he can put up if he stays healthy.
Congratulations Chris, you deserved this.
