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Pro Football Hall of Fame 2021 class: Calvin Johnson makes it first-ballot

The 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame class is being announced. Here are the inductees as they’re announced.

Johnson, 35, was affectionately nicknamed “Megatron” for his massive size and rare gifts. The six-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro twice led the NFL in receiving yards, once led the NFL in receptions, and once led the NFL in receiving touchdowns before retiring prematurely due to his frustration with the Lions. Johnson’s 1,964 receiving yards in 2012 remains an NFL record, and he notched 731 receptions, 11,619 yards and 83 touchdowns in 135 games.

Arguably the most gifted cornerback in his era, the 44-year-old Woodson is Super Bowl champion and nine-time Pro Bowler who was All-Pro eight times.