Oakland Raiders wide receiver Johnny Holton grew up in Miami, Florida, along with friend and fellow Raiders wide receiver Amari Cooper. Holton attended Coconut Grove High School as a teenager, but wasn’t focused on playing football. His priorities were elsewhere. As one of 11 children in his family, he focused on helping around the house, “By me working, I was just trying to make money to support my family,” said Holton.
Holton put his family first, above his own personal desires, and felt obligated to contribute to his household. Although Holton was preoccupied with being a quality family member, he did enjoy playing flag football recreationally at a local park.