Megatron on Hall of Fame career, losing seasons in Detroit, cannabis & retiring early | The Pivot

[@hospitaladministrator3359]

Calvin Johnson gave me a scholarship to go to school through his foundation. His family and he were absolutely classy people. Some of the most awesome people I’ve ever met. Thank you again brother!!

[@hcromwell661]

What a great story. Congrats to you. Hopefully you're moving into a space in life where you can do something fantastic for someone else and continue to pass on the good will.

[@Jalexander14]

I’m the 100th like to your comment first off lol 😂 but second and most importantly that’s amazing to hear ! Congrats to you! And awesome you were able to meet one of the greatest receivers of all time 🙏🏽

[@hospitaladministrator3359]

@hcromwell661 not yet but definitely intend to . I mentor young professionals in the healthcare administration field

[@Gussie-d4e]

Well educated good figures in society lol we forget Calvin Johnson is a engineer by trade lol man’s has brains and a super athlete

[@KingstonTheArtist]

Praise the Lord

[@kevindavis4585]

Calvin johnson a legend As a kid watching matt stafford closing his eyes and tossing that ball to Megatron in quadruple coverage was crazy Love

[@leonidas1794]

😂

[@GottaLookInwardToSeeOutward]

duh

[@louisfambro1319]

🤣🤣🤣💯

[@thomasscales4129]

“He’s down there somewhere “

[@BigBrutus50]

On everything 😂🤣😂🤣

[@jashon1230]

Prior to his birth Calvin’s parents were my next door neighbors in College Park. His pop’s and I would engage in games of chess as he waited to be called for a railroad assignment. A great and respected family would be an understatement.

[@David-Jamahl.Ardison]

That’s what’s up.

[@livennlearn]

When he started talking about the science behind the cannabis I just smiled. This is megatron and this is Calvin Johnson. Black excellence. He is one of the most elite football players ever and he didn’t even need the game, clearly. One of one

[@omars-qz6rn]

heavy on the black excellence

[@thedrace]

Megatron reps Detroit so well, still got the Tigers hat on. So wish this man got a ring.

[@Bdk2036]

He lives in Bloomfield Hills if im not mistaken.

[@brandondetroitfanmichaels4325]

​@@Bdk2036Like most Michigan stars and athletes! Bloomfield and West Bloomfield

[@TruestDog]

They bouta go get him one

[@Guidedxbando]

We’ll get it for him this year!

[@Gussie-d4e]

@@brandondetroitfanmichaels4325Bloomfield is stunning

[@valariebrunson6221]

I'm from Detroit. Megatron represented Detroit well. We Detroiters work with what we have.

[@VitoJones85]

We back!

[@C5000-p5q]

F Detroit

[@Milkybutta]

I'm happy that every story is not a struggle story.

[@sechabamashego9514]

We need to see Arian Foster

[@jamesybarra2513]

Facts !

[@KickAds_Advertisement]

And he need to bring his podcast back that and drink champs first podcast I started following consistently. Crazy to see how far podcasting has come

[@djkwasi9632]

Fasho

[@GenralMayhem]

Yes! Arian would be great😊

[@jamesherbst2429]

hell yeah! won me so many fantasy leagues lol

[@tombosley3048]

Calvin Johnson is the best receiver I've ever had the chance to watch. I have a vivid memory of waking up on a cold, snowy morning near Chicago, Illinois and watching the Lions on a snowy Sunday afternoon. Watching Calvin go up, grab that ball and come down get a facemask full of snow is something I'll never forget. One of my favorite moments ever. And it was just a normal play for Calvin. Legend.

[@offthecouchwithjordan8128]

It was against the eagles. I was there. I remember watching him shake his head and told my girl “I think this is it for him 😞”

[@krisk5585]

Greatest WR to ever play. Career shouldn't matter in a team game. Eye test? Nobody is or ever was as good. Just an absolute machine.

[@slimmyhendrix94]

@@offthecouchwithjordan8128that game was in Philly bruh u dont gotta lie to kickit

[@Maidez09]

Megatron is a dope nickname but Beastmode and Night Train are up there as well.

[@df6148]

What’s cool is both Megatron and Beastmode come from the Transformers lol. There was an old 3D show of the Transformers called *BEAST WARS* and Megatron was the primary villain. The T REX. Whenever the good transformer would switch into animal form they’d yell *BEAAAAAAAST MODE* 🦍 🤖

[@mudiabubakar8503]

Dr J as well.

[@Backpack16]

This conversation, was soo relaxing, and inspiring! His mom, sent him to his sister, in college, on the weekends, to tutor him. Wow!

[@scrub_farquad9921]

Growing up in the late 2000s- early 2010s as a bears fan this man was my favorite player next to Hester. Calvin vs Tillman was a movie

[@emgu1205]

Tillman was a shorter CB too! Two amazing players

[@MegaKhas]

@@emgu1205 He was 6'2, not short.

[@quinnjackson731]

The division was very entertaining back then The Bears had Hester, Peanut, and of course Urlacher The Vikings had Adrian Peterson The Lions had Megatron and Stafford The Packers had Aaron Rodgers Fun matchups for sure 💯

[@jayball1749]

Megatron easily had the best prime of any WR ever. He's my #1 WR all-time but he has to be in everyone's top 5 for sure.

[@malichihill8203]

I got him as my goat too over moss and rice

[@AB-bw4bb]

Rice moss fitz megatron t.o

[@tigerstallion]

if youve got rice, moss, t.o., and Megatron downfield in single coverage, youre best bet it to throw to Calvin

[@alljerseysmatter.]

My Top 2 Moss Megatron are the best over everybody

[@357twilson]

Rice by a country mile. Not really close

[@Palayon]

Channing in his element with the Atlanta connection! I’ll never forget seeing Calvin rock that #21 at GA Tech with the visors!! Constant highlights

[@The_GreatEscape91]

Megatron was awesome ASF dude was a monster on the field still my favorite receiver till this day!!

[@DavidJames-d9o]

Channing's laughter is infectious and the Pivot deep dives into who that person is in facets other than sports. Their growth❤❤❤

[@joshuawalters6293]

Calvin Johnson is amazing man. Love how he talked about waiting for marriage and family until after playing because he wanted to keep all buckets full. Love this pod, keep doing great things!

[@rhakeemstennett5017]

Calvin is hands down one of my favorite NFL players. His game preparation and attention to detail set the standard for all NFL players. His humility is a testament to the amazing human being he is. I truly wish he would have gotten the opportunity to play for a team that was a championship contender. Through all of the team disappointments he still managed to define what a true TEAM player is. Thanks to the Pivot team for another awesome conversation. ❤🙏🏾

[@jjmoralez1137]

Megatron is forever etched as one of the goats of all time. Imagine him on a contender each season. He would’ve put up even crazier numbers. Salute to you Calvin! 🙏

[@hoseamattison438]

Bro we need Adrian Peterson

[@axiongreenenergy]

Facts

[@joshr2828]

Big facts

[@Fam1stCEO]

No

[@lajanyisrael613]

No 🧢

[@michaelwashington4408]

Don't think he's ready to talk about his personal life to include. Money problems and children just yet

[@Random-l6z]

Megatron is cold as a nickname 😂

[@GMoney42021]

Calvin Johnson will always be a Detroit Legend because He stayed, he could of left but he stayed

[@tommytylerjr7281]

Was so fun to watch him here in detroit, wish he couldve had a playoff run he def did everything he could to get wins. Class act and better person off the field too y hes still so loved here in the D

[@1Y6M-989]

One of my favorite players ever. Dude was fucking incredible

[@georgeyeboah5295]

He damn sure was , son he was scary to Defend 😅😅😅

[@juanramirez-hk1fx]

GOAT! Calvin is where my love for the Lions and Football started. One man show, I will never forget watching his legendary performance against the Cowboys live.

[@Det1911]

Detroit Adores this man

[@mikaelbeytm9095]

Facts. Represents the city well.

[@grizzle82]

My Megatron story is at a training camp in 2014. My son was in line for an autgraph session. He walked out w Slay & Mathis prior to practice, so was so geeked and happy w how cool they were. Well, behind us in line, was a kid w down syndrome. Calvin, Stafford, Bush, Dan O, etc, were going to a corporate tent to sign autographs and take pictures. Calvin actually walked over to the kid behind us w down syndrome and started signing stuff for this kid. He ghosted everyone else, but still, the character he has to do that. That was amazing. Megatron has a heart of gold.

[@septemberg4840]

Megatron...Thank you for sharing your "accepting Christ" experience. That was awesome. 😎

[@Ty_Guy3]

Amon Ra is that next master of consistency just as Calvin said, Love my Lions,

[@pablomendoza5360]

Thank you for this one as a detroiter seeing Calvin for years gave Detroit hope this a good one for sure well needed

[@leonjj39]

Detroit retired 2 HOF because of losing . We watched Megaton but didn't realise he was the best because we didn't think teams played hard against them . But w/ Matt at QB, it was an unstoppable combo . He looks like he can still play !

[@raymondpetersen6155]

I'm 67 years old. Been a smoker, and a drinker most of my life. Alcohol is much more dangerous than pot. Pot simply puts ya in a good mood. Alcohol can put ya in a routy mood. I came to Texas in 2010. Damn Michigan legalized Marijuana after I left!! Love Calvin, he's truly a class act!! Really should have more Detroiters on this show!! 😃

[@jblaquestar2399]

Tron will forever be that Guy and it don't matter who your team is. This interview confirmed what I think everyone already knew when you spoke about him which is he's a good person and played the way he lived hard working and humble. LEGENDARY 🎤👊🏼✊🏼💯

[@CaviarBets]

Ryan kills me! He’s like an ex pimp turned preacher struggling not to curse and indulge in the old life 😂! Freddie T real smooth like he still got a cartel 🔌

[@Gussie-d4e]

Freddie is a very calm person

[@GottaLookInwardToSeeOutward]

so glad calvin and the lions FINALLY got back on the same page

[@arresthillary9502]

CJ IS SO SMART AND REASONABLE AND CONFIDENT IN HIS OWN SKIN. his accomplishments are what you can achieve when overcoming insecurities and low self esteem seems like just a good decent person

[@deloresmatt8643]

An individual who is also highly intelligent. Why is that surprising to people?

[@BlackJackH_eee]

Calvin Johnson is the greatest/most physically dominant receiver I’ve personally seen, especially for those 50/50 ball’s. There was NOTHING that a defense could do to stop him. He’s not mentioned as much because of his short career but I always encourage people, please go look at his film.

[@Eric-ed8ey]

Great nicknames: Black Jesus Black Mamba Air Jordan Megatron Sweetness Nigerian nightmare Iron Mike Skip to my Lou

[@EliteKeyboardWarrior]

King James 👑

[@EliteKeyboardWarrior]

Shaq diesel Wilt the stilt

[@1Steins]

Deion Sanders: Prime Time Dale Earnhardt: "The Intimidator" William "The Refrigerator" Perry Dick "Night Train" Lane Jerome Bettis: "The Bus" Julius "Dr. J" Erving "Broadway" Joe Namath George Herman "Babe" Ruth Earvin "Magic" Johnson

[@Txjumpman]

Lemon pepper Lou

[@willdathrill713]

Hakeem The Dream!

[@deljuanj80]

Megatron greatest nickname ever!!! Calvin Johnson was freaking unguardable!!!

[@georgeyeboah5295]

With all the fame he still so so humble shout out to his parents for raising such a humble and kind soul thanks King for all the great memories as a fan of the game keep doing great things King.

[@df6148]

Shawne Lights out Merriman. A Charger that gave us hope again on the defensive side. Had the best Sack Dance in NFL history.

[@todddevico223]

The light switch

[@Galactic123]

If I could pick ONE WR for one game for my life it would be Megatron in his prime. Jerry, Randy, TO, all had better careers, but in his absolute prime, Calvin Johnson was the best I ever saw. Unstoppable.

[@357twilson]

Haha you know nothing of what you speak. That so-called one game for your life is called the Super Bowl. Jerry Rice played in 4 Super Bowls. He had 33 catches 589 yards and 8 touchdowns. That’s an average of 8 catches 147 yards and 2 touchdowns per Super Bowl. Rice had 3 touchdowns in two separate Super Bowl appearances. Jerry Rice has a 215 yard receiving game in a Super Bowl. He had over 10 catches in two separate Super Bowls. He had over 148 yards receiving in 3 separate Super Bowls. There is simply no receiver comparable that you can measure to Jerry Rice.

[@Megatron_James_Brady8121]

Hahaha u know nothing of what you speak.... the guy you’re replying to is right on the money with his original statement

[@357twilson]

@@Megatron_James_Brady8121 yeah ok pal. You have no facts to support your claim. You just will site what if’s and make believe scenarios. Calvin not on Rice level.

[@cmillz6017]

One of the greatest lions of all time! In alot of times of season after season of not much im glad i got to watch him play! He was honestly damn there unstoppable! One of the only receivers ive seen with 2 men on him from the line

[@timothyburke3971]

Our 0-16 season will never be forgotten, but Calvin was my guy and the Lions have always been. 313 to 305🦁🎉💪🏽

[@scottsummers9969]

Megatron is a good nickname but the greatest nickname in sports is "Magic" ...hell I was surprised when I learned his name was Earvin

[@willdathrill713]

True...Magic is best! I didn't think of that..damm..magic is really good

[@Cousins08]

Facts. He's more known as Magic than Earvin

[@GregBry3]

Nah its Megatron for me.

[@claysonpanton83]

This man is a legend. He got double teamed his entire career and still put up crazy numbers. I get why he walked away when he did. Respect ✊🏾 👏🏾👏🏾

[@jonathonpoloski917]

Man, this episode with cannabis is crazy how true it is. I was a baseball player and had a bad shoulder injury that doctors tried to fix with opiates. It didn't do anything but make it worse and developed a habit for a long time. I've been so we now for almost a decade and am very fortunate for that. Cannabis helped me so much to get the right medicine through the end of my therapy with this injury, and now I have a job where I have drug screenings and don't do anything anymore, but, if not, id still be smoking. Cannabis does so many good things for the body and I hate how it's still looked at as bad.

[@gonesqautchin4066]

He my favorite player of all time we will probsly see another dude with his speed and size I freaking miss watching him, thank you calvin! Legend!

[@LaZyiRemixes]

Always liked the way this guy balled out. Now to see a different more personal side of him is even more awesome! Legend all around 👏🏼

[@morrismanley2236]

You guys are the best interviewers in getting your guest to their story. Great job guys!👍

[@dtelly]

Most dominant receiver of all time imo… this dude was my childhood

[@357twilson]

Jerry Rice at the age of 40, had more catches (92) than Calvin Johnson had in 7 out of his 9 seasons. Jerry Rice at the age of 40, had more receiving yards (1,211) than Calvin Johnson had in 5 out of his 9 seasons. Case closed!

[@Megatron_James_Brady8121]

Jerry had Stickum and Joe Montana and Steve Young.... Calvin has the Lions

[@357twilson]

@@Megatron_James_Brady8121 excuses

[@Gussie-d4e]

Eye check Calvin is a much better player faster stronger bigger .. and caught balls jerry rice would never be capable off lol Calvin had three man guarding him the whole time .

[@kevyncooper]

Genuine guy, went on a visit to GT and he and another teammate took us out to dinner. Def a LEGEND!🔥

[@TheLamont0914]

I AM MEGATRON! Great interview. The Pivot never disappoints!

[@BIGTANKGUNREViews]

Megatron for President

[@julianthomas391]

Salute to the Pivot!! Shoutout to Megatron!!

[@apthagreat28]

Pat Willis, Jim brown, Mega tron and Barry sanders all walked away at the peak of their powers

[@Skinny_Pimp]

Why isn't the pivot at a million subscribers Yet?????? Come on!

[@dwightaustin1495]

Mannn gonna rewatch some Megatron highlights oui....GREATNESS

[@Fr3dr0]

My favorite WR of all time. Thank you for this interview 🙏🏾💯

[@dillonrobertson2138]

As a bears fan. Megatron is the best receiver ive ever seen. So many beaten double coverages

[@rafaelventura6739]

Reggie Bush next he just got his Heisman trophy back would be a great interview.

[@PaperFaceENT]

After all this time ppl still think Calvin Johnson played in the triple option offense at GA Tech🤦🏾‍♂️...

[@mekw6432]

Not that year they knew what they had in CJ

[@thabus57]

He played from 04-06 triple option didn’t come to gt till 09

[@willpsone]

While not the option, Chan Gailey's offense was very run heavy- we had the ACC's leading rusher three or four years in a row

[@zachcoggins9018]

Demaryius Thomas (RIP) did. But not Calvin.

[@willpsone]

@@tigerstallion Reggie was the only one of those QBs under Gailey, Hamilton and Godsey were O'Leary's QBs.

[@ben1productions]

The up and down with Fred's audio was the only knock on this one.. GREAT EPISODE!! Even though as a Chicagoan I couldn't stand Megatron!!!

[@ChrisMurda313]

Calvin got these boys high as hell its alot of glossy eyes up there 😂😂😂

[@Bladegmmr1]

I love that y'all got Calvin on Great Episode

[@yeaitsace]

If you had Calvin …. Now you HAVE to bring Bam Bam Kam

[@T--T2.0]

"Game day didn't retire me, preparation for game day retired me"! ~Ryan Clark~ The older you get(whether in sports or at work), the longer the recovery time is and the more difficult it becomes. Winning makes playing through the pain seem worth it! 0-16 will most definitely make retirement look like a more viable option... especially if you are financially stable.

[@MILES_4_TRAVIS]

CJ Megatron greatness. I can't help but see 50 cent during this interview. Love his personality drive look on life

[@brianbush2245]

Megatron's sister went to Clark Atlanta and we was talking. Funny how she told me that her brother played football and he is good at GTech. Didn't even know that was him back then. Megatron your sister was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 back at Clark bro

[@toxin7883]

Megatron and Revis Island are my favorite nfl nicknames.

[@samwilsonart1]

He might be my favorite receiver of all time just cause of how chill he is.

[@jerrenb...]

That calvin johnson, tashard choice and reggie ball is what got me interested in football and dj shockley and thomas brown a muhammad massoquoi

[@RELL804VA]

Y'all gotta get Julio Jones on here

[@rileymays2559]

My favorite receiver ever hands down no comparison and ge still had 5 good yrs left in the tank

[@collinleonguerrero9199]

Watching him over the years as a kid, it was great. Die hard hawks fan, but this the mfking GOAT at WR

[@johnmartin5520]

The reason I love football today!!! We love you Megatron!!!

[@Justin-xi5pd]

Id bet he could still be a solid #2 for us. This dude was and is absolutely a Detroit LEGEND!!!!!

[@theonly_VT]

Great interview. I really enjoyed this one!

[@FredDub]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 cast!!! The Pivot is the truth!

[@ashaaf1980]

Megaton is such a humble authentic dude. Great interview ❤

[@roughouseRedwolf]

Love this one .We need Ray Lewis fellas!!!!

[@Findfeisal]

Born and raised in Nairobi; Kenya. In 2002 after doing well in my High School placement exam, my old man bought me a used PS1 and it came with only one CD, Madden NFL. Now games back then cost too much to ask my parents to get me another (FIFA was what I really wanted) so it was learn the sport or forget about playing games on the PS.Took a bit but I learned the basics of (American) football there and then. Fast forward to October 2013 Watched my first full game in 2013. In our Country (Kenya) only paid subscription offered ESPN and I could now afford it plus the time difference had a prime time game at 3am to 4am in the morning. Wanna guess which game it was? Yep, that game v the Cowboys where he went off for 300 yards. At the time I didn’t know exactly why the commentators were going wild about his performance for but one name kept coming up. Even then I knew Megatron was special. This man may or may not be the best ever for some people but personally, He is the one for me man! Considered just what I saw that day and the fact that he was the reason I have literally not missed a playoff or superbowl game for over a decade to date and have found a love for this game that I doubt will ever fade. God Bless you Megatron. Much love from Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪

[@snootydman21]

This was a great interview! 🔥

[@bdp3232]

Love MegaTron.. Love My City Detroit.. 1 Luv. Great Episode.. Very Informative.

[@Bigbabyafool7109]

I know Jerry hold the record for stats and rings but if I'm starting a team the first WR I'm picking is Megatron. You put him in Jerry spot on the 49ers and they winning eight straight super bowls.

[@Ericd3484]

Megatron let's get it

[@aaronlatimer2847]

I definitely appreciate this. Love this platform from you guys.💯💪🏾✊🏾

[@brentolivache9281]

The greatest WR to ever play the game. As a kid growing up in Detroit. Going to training camps I never seen him lose a rep. It’s not a DB in NFL history that can cover him 1 on 1. He has the highest probability of making a catch of any player in history. God is fair because like Barry can you imagine him on a different team. Jesus Christ.

[@FMD023]

For all the people that has never ski or snowboard before, the best way to learn is to start on the highest slope. Dont start off on the bunny slopes. At least for snowboarding anyways.

[@AnthonyfromtheD]

Megatron made me Lions fan growing up.. idk if a good thing or bad thing lol

[@shewr4664]

Keep doing this podcast gees you bring soberly journalism to book…

[@CaviarBets]

Channing always look like he just did something

[@sdc1116]

Another great interview. The Pivot❤

[@TheDistrict2380]

MegaTron is a LEGEND! Great interview!

[@Flaminhotmo247]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🏾 this was real good!!

[@Zae1992]

I won back to back in fantasy because of Megatron 😆 dude was different

[@Kirbidocious]

Ryan Clark's hoodie tuff

[@freestyledreams]

Thank you!...it's from @freestyle.dreams

[@ELTON52074]

This is a great interview! I would love to see the GOAT RB Barry Sanders

[@VitoJones85]

My favorite player man I miss Megatron

[@MrCody6925]

I'd put Megatron up against any WR in NFL history. He was THAT good. Loved to watch him play.

[@357twilson]

Jerry Rice at the age of 40, had more catches (92) than Calvin Johnson had in 7 out of his 9 seasons. Jerry Rice at the age of 40, had more receiving yards (1,211) than Calvin Johnson had in 5 out of his 9 seasons. Case closed!