Born: November 23, 1958
Hometown: Leland, MS
Year Induction: 2004
Deceased : July 6, 2023
Leland High School, Leland, MS (1973-1976)
Mississippi State University (1977-1981)
Baltimore Colts (1982-1983)
Indianapolis Colts (1984-1988)
New York Giants (1989-1990)
Cleveland Browns (1991)
Mississippi State University Athletic Hall of Fame (1991)
In 1981, Johnie Cooks was one of 12 finalists for the Vince Lombardi National Lineman Trophy and finished third in voting for the Nashville Banner’s SEC Player of the Year. His 10-year NFL career totals are: 128 games, 4 interceptions, 2 fumble recoveries, 1 fumble returned for touchdown, 32 QB sacks, 347 solo tackles and 134 assisted tackles.
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