Detroit Lions WR Calvin Johnson becomes face of new Madden 13 game - NFL News
Its official, Detroit Lions wide receiver, Calvin Johnson received the highest number of votes in a fan poll to become the new face of the upcoming Electronic Arts (EA) Sports, video game, Madden 13.
Johnson beat out competition from Carolina Panthers, rookie quarterback, Cam Newton in the final to get onto the cover as he gained 52% of the votes in the poll.
Now the Detroit Lions fans will only have to dread the Madden Curse and hope it doesn’t afflict their star wide receiver who played a pivotal role in ending the Lions playoff drought last season.
Johnson on his part is not afraid of any so-called curse and was extremely pleased with the honour.
Talking to media on Wednesday, the wide receiver could not contain his excitement and said.
"Man, it's great. Just to see yourself on this Madden (cover) and seeing all the guys that have been on Madden? C'mon, man."
Adding further he said.
“The people voted, man, the people voted. They got what they wanted. And I am very grateful for that.
“This means a lot. Oh, man, this is great. Growing up, watching (John) Madden all the time, playing 'Madden' all the time ….”
The Madden series is one of the most expected sports games each year and players who make it to the cover consider it a great honour in their careers.
Johnson had a wonderful 2011-12 season as he combined brilliantly with quarterback, Matthew Stafford to help lead the Lions into the playoffs.
The wide receiver made 96 receptions last season covering 1,681 yards and scored 16 touchdowns to cement his name as one of the best players in the National Football League (NFL).
This season he will be looking to get even better and help Detroit in its quest for bigger prizes than just reaching the playoffs as the team prepares for the upcoming 2012-13 season.
Cam Newton also congratulated Johnson on his victory in the votes and said.
"I thought you guys loved me. Just kidding, Big ups to Megatron."
The newest addition to the Madden series is expected to be released on August 28, 2012 and will be available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii.
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