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Johnson Shines on Thursday Night

10/9/2020 10:16:00 AM | Football

Minnesota's all-time leading receiver posts big night

Former University of Minnesota receiver Tyler Johnson had a breakout game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday night at the Chicago Bears. 

Tampa Bay lost 20-19, but Johnson lead the Buccaneers with four catches for 61 yards as he made his first career NFL start.

The North Minneapolis native, who owns 22 career school receiving records, drew the attention of many on Thursday as he averaged 15.3 yards-per-catch.

Former Gopher and current Tampa teammate Antoine Winfield Jr., made five tackles and broke up one pass in the game as well. 
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