Nike Launches Calvin Johnson's Megatron Inspired CJ81 Collection

Nike celebrates a long-standing weekend of football and an athlete that has truly transformed the game.

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words // Brandon Richard

In line with the NFL's traditional Thanksgiving Day games, Nike celebrates Calvin Johnson with a collection of footwear and apparel that speaks to his unique physical talent and mental toughness.

Inspired by the Hasbro Transformers character Megatron created in 1984, the CJ81 Collection features iconic Nike silhouettes across lifestyle, training and performance categories. Pieces include the Air Max Flyposite, Huarache Free Shield, Vapor Jet Glove 2.0, Vapor Football Sock, True Adjustable Hat and KO Hoodie

Transformers grid pattern and colors of black, silver, purple and blue from the original Megatron packaging help highlight the CJ81 logo design.

The limited collection will be available starting November 23 at several Nike retail locations, as well as Nike Yardline at Champs Sports and Eastbay online.

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