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Johnny Evans is a former punter out of N.C. State, selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 39th overall pick (round 2) in the 1978 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Cleveland Browns, Montreal Concordes and Edmonton Eskimos.
Draft Details
Johnny Evans Career Stats
Career Totals
| Punts | Punt yards | Longest punt |
|---|---|---|
| 214 | 8,463 | 65 |
Career History
- Cleveland Browns (1978–1980)
- Montreal Concordes (1982–1983)
- Edmonton Eskimos (1984)
Born: High Point, North Carolina, U.S. · Height: 6-1
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