It has been less than four months since Stafon Johnson’s horrible weight room accident, but Johnson is back to doing what he loves, playing football. Johnson has been an active participant at the Under Armour Senior Bowl practices in Mobile, Alabama this week. Johnson will play in the Senior Bowl on January 30th.

The CEO of Under Armour, Kevin Plank, wrote a letter to Johnson congratulating him for his courageous attitude to get back on the field. You can read a copy of that letter after the jump…

A little something for the effort [usatoday]

Dear Stafon,

On behalf of the entire Under Armour family, I would like to personally congratulate you on your participation in the Under Armour Senior Bowl. Your presence on the field will not only elevate the level of play, but also will serve as a powerful reminder of the tremendous courage, determination and strength you continue to display in the face of adversity.

Thank you for inspiring football fans around the world, and allowing us to share in your remarkable recovery. More importantly, thank you for showing us how a true champion is built.

At Under Armour, we challenge each other to “protect this house, I will,” which we loosely define as fighting with all your energy for that which is most important. to you. In the 13-plus years since I founded the company, I would be hard-pressed to find an athlete who has fought more honorably, or diligently than you. While we cannot begin to imagine the physical pain and trauma you have endured, we do understand and appreciate the magnitude of your efforts to return to the game.

I remain proud of your accomplishments and humbled by your journey, which has only just begun.

Humble and hungry,
Kevin Plank
Founder and CEO Under Armour