Leon Johnson (American football)

Leon Johnson
Position(s)
Running back
Jersey #(s)
32, 35
Born July 13, 1974 (1974-07-13) (age 37)
Morganton, North Carolina
Career information
Year(s) 19972004
NFL Draft 1997 / Round: 4 / Pick: 104
College North Carolina
Professional teams
Career stats
Rushing attempts-yards 217-799
Receptions-yards 46-489
Touchdowns 13
Stats at NFL.com
Career highlights and awards
  • No notable achievements

Walter Leon Johnson (born July 13, 1974 in Morganton, North Carolina) is a former professional American football running back. He played seven seasons for the New York Jets, the Chicago Bears, and the San Diego Chargers in the National Football League. Johnson played quarterback at Morganton's Freedom High School. He was moved to tailback at the University of North Carolina.