Andy Reid didn’t coach Derrick Johnson for very long relative to the length of each person’s career, but what’s clear is that the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs holds a tremendous amount of respect for the legendary linebacker.
Last offseason, Reid made several glowing statements about Johnson after news leaked that the team was going to officially move on from the franchise leader in tackles.
“This is one of my favorite guys I’ve ever coached,” Reid said. “I’m pulling for him that maybe (another playing gig) happens for him in the future, but I told him if it doesn’t, just come back and he can start his coaching career.