Billsrhody Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 While I think he's probably the most amazing physical specimen for a WR, his production doesn't merit the HOF. Surprised by this considering he was the most dominant receiver in the league for a 5 year stretch. Calvin at his best rivaled any receiver in history. I'd be curious what you think about the HOF cases for Larry Fitzgerald or Reggie Wayne? Those guys will end up having played more seasons than Calvin, but will never have reached his peak. I think Calvin is a virtual lock for the HOF considering how good he was from the moment he entered the league to the moment he retired.
Chandler#81 Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 I would say debatable. My initial thought is no. But, he did borderline dominate his generation for about 5 years. It will be a good conversation and some close votes. This will really hurt Stafford. Probably Tate. And, most likely send Detroit to the bottom of the division for a while. Swann had -at Best- 5 great years. He should shut his stupid mouth.
DC Tom Posted February 10, 2016 Posted February 10, 2016 Hall of Fame WR Lynn Swann doesn't think Calvin Johnson belongs in the Hall I guess Gayle Sayers shouldn't be in the HOF based on Swann's POV. Or Jim Brown. Or Barry Sanders.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 @Rand_Getlin For those interested in whether Calvin Johnson will retire or return for another year, the #Lions expect a decision around noon today.
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 @Rand_Getlin For those interested in whether Calvin Johnson will retire or return for another year, the #Lions expect a decision around noon today. I thought he already said he was done? CBF
26CornerBlitz Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 I thought he already said he was done? CBF Thought so too. Guess we'll know shortly. @AroundTheNFL Lions expect Calvin Johnson decision today http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000642209/article/detriot-lions-expect-calvin-johnson-decision-tuesday
KD in CA Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 What are the odds he says he wants to play in Buffalo under a team friendly deal?
Seasons1992 Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 What are the odds he says he wants to play in Buffalo under a team friendly deal? I will rent out Gabriel's Gate for any TBD'ers that want to show up if this happens.
26CornerBlitz Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 @Lions Calvin Johnson retires from the National Football League: http://bit.ly/1QElLAP
hondo in seattle Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 Is Swann saying he doesn't think Megatron deserves to be in the Hall? Or is he wondering if the Selection Committee will elect Megatron when Johnson doesn't have a Super Bowl on his resume? “Hard to say he's going to be in the Hall of Fame when his team hasn't gotten to a Super Bowl, and they don't get a chance to get into the playoffs. And that's for a lot of guys across the board. If he had broken every passing record, like Danny Fouts, who didn't win the Super Bowl, then yeah, I think there's going to be consideration.” http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25479434/hall-of-fame-wr-lynn-swann-doesnt-think-calvin-johnson-belongs-in-the-hall
QuoteTheRaven83 Posted March 8, 2016 Posted March 8, 2016 There goes Stafford's fantasy value. Plummeting.
Saxum Posted March 9, 2016 Posted March 9, 2016 A player who was a professional at the end. No look at me posts. No rants. No ranting against league or team. Just written goodbye. http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/03/08/calvin-johnson-retires-statement-detroit-lions-megatron Wish reporters were as professional: It would be easy to blame the Lions for his early retirement. When I was a columnist at the Detroit Free Press for seven years, I learned to blame the Lions for everything. It’s easy, it’s fun, and it works in a surprising variety of social settings. Not as much as kicking the press I admit especially those who could not get a job in football anywhere. I respect some writers like Ross Tucker who has experience playing and is professional but not the broadcasters who make a big deal about everything as member of media. They remind me of the CNN "Election News" anchors and reporters which is imposed on me every day at work - they think it is about the messenger not news.
YoloinOhio Posted March 9, 2016 Author Posted March 9, 2016 The best part of this is that person in your fantasy league who will still draft him because they missed the news.
PromoTheRobot Posted March 9, 2016 Posted March 9, 2016 A player who was a professional at the end. No look at me posts. No rants. No ranting against league or team. Just written goodbye. http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/03/08/calvin-johnson-retires-statement-detroit-lions-megatron Wish reporters were as professional: Not as much as kicking the press I admit especially those who could not get a job in football anywhere. I respect some writers like Ross Tucker who has experience playing and is professional but not the broadcasters who make a big deal about everything as member of media. They remind me of the CNN "Election News" anchors and reporters which is imposed on me every day at work - they think it is about the messenger not news. Ever watch "Around the Horn?" Being a snarky d-bag seems to be the main qualification required to be a sports columnist.
machine gun kelly Posted March 9, 2016 Posted March 9, 2016 It's too bad he's retiring as he was so dominant. I understand he has a lot of small injuries, but wonder why he didn't pull a Favre, and skip all of the OTA's, and even part of training camp to completely heal, and give it another roll. When the Steelers played the Cardinals in the SB 8 years ago, I was a little league NFL coach, so the league coordinator asked me to get some of the best coaches and help out at the NFL experience. It was great, and the NFL mandated for every session, current and past NFL players were out there with us going through drills, and so on with groups of kids. The best was the special needs children as they were so appreciative. My point is my favorite players by far was Calvin Johnson. He and I were working with the Boys and Girls Clubs kids in a couple of sessions. One of the nicest, down to earth guys I met that week. He had the largest hands I've ever seen in my life. They were as big as a baseball mit. As far as the HOF, there are a lot of players in the Hall who did not play 15 years. He should get in someday. It's just sad guys like Barry Sanders and Megatron didn't get to play on a championship team. Can you imagine Aaron Rodgers throwing to him? selfishly, i wish he would take a year off, get the itch, and because he is free and clear, go sign with a championship caliber team.
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