John Harbaugh on the passing of Jim Johnson

by JasonB on Jul 28, 2009 8:54 PM EDT in News Comment 5 comments

John Harbaugh, head coach of the Baltimore Ravens as well a friend and protege of Jim Johnson, released this statement.

"I loved Jim Johnson. This is a sad day for so many people who were touched by this great man. Ingrid and I, the Harbaugh family, and the Ravens have Jim’s wife, Vicky, and the Johnson family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim was a tremendous teacher of football and life. He had a special ability to bring out the best in people while getting you to see the best in yourself. He saw potential and developed it. He made me believe I could coach at this level. In football, he was a pioneering and brilliant strategist, changing the way defense is played in the NFL. For me, he was a father-type mentor, and above all, a cherished friend. He belongs in the Hall of Fame. I will miss him so much."

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So sorry to hear this guys

Jim Johnson did so much for this league and alot for my coach, Harbaugh. I was very surprised to hear this, as I was not very aware that he was in this condition.

Hope you guys can bounce back from such a terrible tragedy.

You have to hate losing more than you love winning.

by Mr MaLoR on Jul 28, 2009 9:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

What a great sentiment by John Harbaugh. Perfectly said.

by Bye, Dawk :( on Jul 28, 2009 9:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Coach Johnson was a great coach and a class guy. He’s done suffering now and probably somewhere developing a scheme to terrorize the Cowboys. My condolences to his family, the Eagles, and all football fans.

by StillHateTheGiants on Jul 28, 2009 9:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

He’s done suffering now and probably somewhere developing a scheme to terrorize the Cowboys.

well said, buddy. thanks for the support. he really meant a lot to us.

by awd777 on Jul 28, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Jim Johnson Dies, Young

Too many famous people died in 2009. Some of them are my favorites and have great impact on my life, such as Michael Jackson. I can not be counted as a football fan, but Jim Johnson’s death still catches my attention.
His attacking defenses helped the Eagles to one Super Bowl appearance and five NFC title games. And he dies at only 68, and too young, I think.
One of my friends told me that athletes often won’t live a long time, because their energy has been spent in advance. From then on, I feel sad about them even they sometimes are very prosperous.
Johnson was considered one of the top defensive minds in the league, known for complex schemes that confused opponents and pressured the quarterback from every angle. His defenses consistently ranked among the best in the league, including last season, when the Eagles finished third in total defense and fell one victory short of the Super Bowl.
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