Fans interested in tackling LJ on Xbox 360 should keep an eye for the Xbox Live ‘gamertag’ LJ27GWF on Friday, September 22 between 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. PST/ 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. EST to challenge the superstar in a game of poker via Xbox Live playing Activision’s World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions for Xbox 360.
Johnson, currently in his fourth season with the Chiefs, rushed for more than 1700 yards last season, ranking him third in the league and earning him his first ever Pro Bowl selection. As one of the most dynamic backs in the NFL, Johnson blends a mixture of speed and power to run through defenses throughout the league. His 21 total touchdowns placed him at second best and he topped the century mark in rushing during each of his nine starts this year. A prominent figure on and off the field, Larry has become the first NFL player to be sponsored by an urban brand apparel, signing a major endorsement deal with Jay-Z’s Rocawear clothing label.
The Xbox Live ‘Game with Fame’ program gives Xbox Live subscribers the unique opportunity to meet, chat and play against some of today's hottest stars. Past ‘Game with Fame’ athlete players include New York Yankee Jason Giambi, Buffalo Bills running back Willis McGahee, Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antwaan Randle El, Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams, New York Knicks center Channing Frye and Adrian Aucoin of the Chicago Blackhawks.. For further information on other Xbox Live events, be sure to visit the ‘Game with Fame’ website at http://www.xbox.com/gamewithfame.
World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions puts you on the professional circuit as a protégé of Chris "Jesus" Ferguson. Test your skills at the premier Circuit Events in hopes of qualifying for the winner-take-all, invitation-only Tournament of Champions at the Rio Resort in Las Vegas. Along the way, you face-off against more top pros than ever before, including Joseph Hachem, the 2006 World Series of Poker Main Event Champion, and Jennifer Tilly, actress and World Series of Poker bracelet holder, in hopes of bringing home the Tournament of Champions trophy.
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