Billy “White Shoes” Johnson

Billy "White Shoes" Johnson

Billy Johnson leaves Falcons punter John James on the ground as he turns a fumbled punt into a 55-yard return in the 1976 NFL Pro Bowl game.
Billy Johnson Punt Return 1976 NFL Pro Bowl

In 7 seasons in Houston Billy Johnson totaled 7299 All-Purpose yards and scored a total of 22 touchdowns during that time. Named to the All-Pro Team in 1977 as a Kick Returner.
Billy "Whiteshoes" Johnson, Houston Oilers Returner

Rookie Return Man Billy Johnson from Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania stands on the Houston Oiler sidelines beside coaching legend Sid Gillman in 1974.
Rookie Billy Johnson on the sidelines with Sid Gillman - 1974 Houston Oilers

Houston Oilers receiver Billy "White Shoes" Johnson tries to ride Steelers linebacker Jack Lambert (#58) down after Lambert snatches the pass away that was intended for him. #31 is Steelers Hall of Fame Safety Donnie Shell.
Jack Lambert interception against Billy Johnson and the Oilers

One of the most exciting special teamers of his time. Left the NFL in 1988 as the NFL's All-Time Leading Punt Returner. Still ranks #2 on the Falcons All-Time Punt Returns list and #3 Punt Return Yards list.
Falcons Punt Returner Billy "White Shoes" Johnson

A 15th-round draft pick from Widener University this picture is from his rookie season of 1974. Had 1664 All-Purpose Yards and 3 touchdowns. The majority of his production came from special teams but he still had 29 passes caught for 388 yards.
Billy Johnson 1974 Houston Oilers Return Man