PRO FOOTBALL SPOTLIGHT : HE’S NOT DOGGING IT

Unlike so many egotistical players, Detroit’s Michael Johnson was modest about his achievements in the Lions’ 24-17 victory over the Houston Oilers, which included picking off passes by Chris Chandler and Steve McNair.

“The guys threw the ball and I was just standing in the way,” Johnson said. “Even a blind dog will find a bone some way.”

--Compiled by Bob Cuomo and Helene Elliott