Andre Johnson, the former Houston Texans wide receiver, has been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024 in his third year as a finalist, marking a significant milestone as he becomes the first player in the franchise's history to achieve this honor at the age of 42. Johnson's induction was celebrated during a special recognition on the field at Super Bowl LVIII, where he was seen with a huge smile, reflecting on one of the Texans' greatest nights. Following his election, Johnson held a news conference at NRG Stadium, where he shared his Super Bowl experience in Las Vegas and the overwhelming support he received, including approximately 500 text messages congratulating him. He also recounted personal anecdotes, such as a surprise visit from Hall of Famer Cris Carter for the announcement and heartfelt discussions with Janice McNair and the McNair family, expressing deep gratitude for their support. Johnson credited Jerry Rice as his favorite WR to watch and acknowledged former Texans coach Gary Kubiak for helping elevate his game. Johnson's election is not only a personal achievement but also a moment of pride for the city of Houston, dedicating the honor to the entire community.
NEW: Andre Johnson had men come up to him and tell him they cried when he got into the Hall of Fame. Some told him they thought he was a Superhero. On what making the HOF meant to Johnson as well as the city of Houston https://t.co/moOeefnXB3 via @houstonchron
Andre Johnson, 42, became the first Texans draftee — and the first player to spend the majority of his career with the organization — to be elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Three weeks later, the Texans great remains on a cloud. https://t.co/6YFaXtPchE
Still on a cloud, Texans great Andre Johnson says Hall of Fame honor 'is for whole city of Houston' https://t.co/NE0dL5LOOk
A reminder...The GOAT, first Texans Hall of Famer, Andre Johnson joins MV & I right out the chute at 6 PM on @sportsradio610 Drew stops by to discuss Dre80's soon-to-be induction into the Hall of Fame & some mock draft results...yeah, it's closer than you think. Let's GO!! https://t.co/Bymx847eEk
“They probably don’t want me to say this, but we had a hell of a time in (Las) Vegas,” said former Texans WR and 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Andre Johnson when I asked about the personal relationship he has with Cal and Hannah McNair and the support they give. #Sarge https://t.co/g0aCyrORPJ
Former Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson expounds on how his family and agent tricked him into being at the house so that HOF WR Cris Carter could surprise him with the Hall of Fame Announcement. #Texans #Sarge #TexansWire https://t.co/b5cP6SxIVM
That was the most I have ever heard Andre Johnson talk and he was emotional. #GOAT #AJ #Sarge #Texans
Before Andre Johnson went to the Super Bowl, he went to Janice McNair’s home to talk to her about it. She told him it was going to be a “year-long celebration.” She also told him to let her know if “He needs a ride to Canton.” https://t.co/h8QV3c5Cnx
HOF WR Andre Johnson on the McNairs: "They probably wouldn't want me to say this, but we had a helluva time in Vegas." Adds: "What they've done for me and my family, you really can't repay that."
Andre Johnson said he got “about 500 text messages” when it was announced he’d been elected to the Hall of Fame. He’s trying to respond to all of them. https://t.co/62W8pnnMPE
STREAMING NOW | Andre Johnson is speaking at a news conference at NRG Stadium following his election into the @ProFootballHOF #Texans Watch live: https://t.co/wW1fK3d8sG https://t.co/YwDux4q65f
Andre Johnson said Jerry Rice was his favorite WR to watch and credited former Texans coach Gary Kubiak for helping him take his game to the next level. https://t.co/29DET8QQZd
Pro Football Hall of Fame WR Andre Johnson meets with the Houston media for the first time since being elected to the Class of 2024. https://t.co/lLqKuWgWS7
Texans have an Andre Johnson news conference this morning at NRG Stadium. I can’t wait to hear about his Super Bowl experience in Las Vegas as a member of the Class of 2024.
The Texans finally have their first player in the Pro Football Hall of Fame after star wide receiver Andre Johnson was elected in his third year as a finalist. https://t.co/qYlmeDMC5j
The 2024 Hall of Fame class were just recognized on the field, including Texans WR Andre Johnson, who had a huge smile on his face. My story from earlier this week on what was one of the Texans' greatest nights in team history. #SuperBowlLVIII https://t.co/Hg0skOLgNv
If you want to see how Andre Johnson found out he was elected to the Hall of Fame, it’s on the NFL Network special tonight at 8.
ANDRE JOHNSON IS IN! 🏆🏈 The longtime Houston Texans wide receiver has been elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame! MORE: https://t.co/sFcxL4bBrr https://t.co/XPHOOA1WId
Getting the news that he'd be entering the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024 took Andre Johnson's breath away. Hall of Fame Knocks: Welcome to Canton airs at 9:00 PM (EST) on @nflnetwork. @visualedgeit | #pfhof24 https://t.co/7H84VhZIGA