After dominating ACC competition playing for Georgia Tech, Calvin Johnson was selected as the second overall pick by the Detroit Lions in the 2007 NFL Draft. A naturally gifted athlete that combines size, strength, and speed, he is a cornerback's worst nightmare. The two-time All-American was the recipient of both the Fred Bilentikoff Award and the Paul Warfield Trophy in 2006 as the best collegiate wide receiver in the country.
Johnson has the rare talent to create separation from a defender and create his own openings. His ability to out-leap defenders has made him a perfect red-zone weapon in both college and pro ball. Already a Pro Bowler, the future is bright for this extremely gifted receiver. This came to fruition in 2012 when Johnson broke Jerry Rice's record for most receiving yards in a single season.
All of Johnson's rookie cards come from 2007 products, many of which feature autographs and memorabilia swatches. The remaining cards are traditional base football cards, some of which are serial numbered. This makes Johnson's rookie cards available to collectors of all budgets.
Calvin Johnson Rookie Card Checklist
Budget Rookie Cards
- 2007 Bowman #145
- 2007 Bowman Chrome #BC75
- 2007 Playoff NFL Playoffs #107
- 2007 Playoff Prestige #163
- 2007 Score #351
- 2007 Topps #320
- 2007 Topps Chrome #TC200
- 2007 Topps Draft Picks and Prospects #132
- 2007 Topps Total #475
- 2007 Ultra #203
- 2007 Ultra Retail #203
- 2007 Upper Deck #277
- 2007 Upper Deck Artifacts #161
- 2007 Upper Deck First Edition #103
- 2007 Upper Deck Trilogy #107
Mid-Range Rookie Cards
Premium Rookie Cards
- 2007 Donruss Gridiron Gear #212 Autograph #/100
- 2007 Donruss Threads #258 Autograph #/105
- 2007 Leaf Certified Materials #234 Jersey #/849
- 2007 Leaf Limited #308 Autographed Jersey #/99
- 2007 Leaf Rookies and Stars #208 Autograph #/99
- 2007 Playoff Contenders #123 Autograph #/525
- 2007 Playoff National Treasures #107 Autographed Jersey #/99
- 2007 SP Authentic #291 Autographed Jersey #/399
- 2007 SP Chirography #103 Autograph #/149
- 2007 SPx #220 Autographed Jersey #/299
- 2007 Topps Triple Threads #140 Autographed Jersey #/99
- 2007 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection #130 Autographed Jersey #/99
- 2007 Upper Deck Premier #139 Autographed Jersey #/199
- 2007 Upper Deck Sweet Spot #135 Autograph #/299
- 2007 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection #103 Autograph #/99
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