A historic moment: Texans legend Andre Johnson receives his gold Pro Football Hall of Fame jacket

CANTON, OHIO – Legendary wide receiver Andre Johnson couldn’t hold back his emotions. This was a moment far too sweet to be cool.

The retired All-Pro received his special gold jacket Friday night at the Canton Civic Center from Michael Irvin and Roger Goodell.

Johnson beamed with pride on the stage while surrounded by his family.

Behind the scenes, Johnson was visibly touched as he hugged his family, friends and former teammates, including retired Texans running back Jonathan Wells.

It was a special moment forever for Johnson, who will be formally inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday as the first Texan to be enshrined in Canton.

Johnson, 43, caught 1,062 career passes for 14,185 yards and 70 touchdowns.

The former first-round draft pick from the University of Miami retired in 2016.

Although he had to wait a few years and wasn’t a first-ballot Hall of Fame selection, nothing dimmed the enthusiasm for Johnson.

If anything, the anticipation made it even sweeter and more satisfying.

Andre Johnson, Hall of Famer. The words definitely have a ring to them. Now, his football dream has become a reality.

Aaron Wilson is a Texans and NFL reporter for KPRC 2 and click2houston.com.