Good Fellas Pizza in Norwood celebrated their grand opening this past weekend and the investing partners have been rolling through the River City to celebrate the new pie concept and rollout.
Akon, Charles Scantling, Charleston Blue Hughes and add NFL Hall of Fame inductee Andre Johnson to the mix. A slice of pizza and the drive to bring jobs and good eats brought these “Good Fellas” together.
“From the time I’ve got here, there’s been traffic in and out,” Johnson said. “It’s been a great feeling.”
Johnson described his relationship with his business partners as something like a brotherhood.
“We all support each other in whatever we have going on,” he said. “Charles has been a legend. So, to be a partner with him and do what we’re doing, it’s truly been amazing.”
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Andre Johnson, enjoyed a celebrated 14-season career in the NFL as a wide receiver, notably with the Houston Texans.
Rising from his college days at the University of Miami, he was drafted third overall by the Texans in 2003. Johnson’s stellar performance earned him seven Pro Bowl selections, and four All-Pro team nods. He also ranks 11th all-time in career receptions and receiving yards.
While primarily associated with the Texans, he also briefly played for the Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans. In 2024, Johnson made history as the first Houston Texans player to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, cementing his enduring legacy in the sport.
Johnson called it an indescribable feeling to be honored but if he had to put it in words, he said it was like being on cloud nine.
“Making it to the Hall of Fame has been truly amazing. I can’t wait for August to get here,” Johnson said.
Good Fellas offers pizza by the pie or by the slice, in addition, they have a range of wings, salads, sandwiches- and a must not miss signature sweet tea.
Check out the menu at getgoodfellaspizza.com.