Rudi Johnson
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Position: RB
Jersey #: 32
Date of Birth: October 1, 1979
Height / Weight: 5'10" / 225 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 100 in 2001 by CIN
First Team: CIN (2001)
Last Team: DET (2008)
Running Back Stats
| Year | Team | Games | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | DET | 13 | 76 | 237 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 88 | 1 | 0 | 45 |
| 2007 | CIN | 11 | 170 | 497 | 3 | 13 | 13 | 110 | 1 | 2 | 83 |
| 2006 | CIN | 16 | 341 | 1308 | 12 | 23 | 23 | 124 | 0 | 2 | 211 |
| 2005 | CIN | 16 | 337 | 1458 | 12 | 23 | 23 | 90 | 0 | 0 | 227 |
| 2004 | CIN | 16 | 362 | 1457 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 84 | 0 | 4 | 218 |
| 2003 | CIN | 13 | 214 | 967 | 9 | 21 | 21 | 146 | 0 | 0 | 165 |
| 2002 | CIN | 4 | 17 | 67 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Rudi Johnson - Career Overview
Position: Running Back (RB)Date of Birth: October 1, 1979
Career Timeline
- Cincinnati Bengals (2001-2006)
- Drafted in the 4th round of the 2001 NFL Draft (pick 100 overall).
- Gained prominence as the starting running back for the Bengals.
- Most notable seasons were in 2005 and 2006 where he recorded over 1,400 rushing yards each season.
- In 2005, he had a career-high of 1,454 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns, earning him a Pro Bowl selection.
- Led the Bengals to their first playoff appearance in 15 years during the 2005 season.
- Detroit Lions (2007-2008)
- Signed with the Detroit Lions in 2007, adding veteran experience to the team's backfield.
- Played in 12 games in 2007, contributing as both a rusher and receiver out of the backfield.
- In 2008, he played in 5 games before being released mid-season.
Highlights & Accomplishments
- Pro Bowl selection in 2005.
- Two-time 1,000-yard rusher (2005, 2006).
- Known for his powerful running style and ability to break tackles.
- Finished his career with over 4,000 rushing yards and 32 rushing touchdowns.
Legacy
Rudi Johnson is remembered as a key player in the Cincinnati Bengals' resurgence in the mid-2000s, particularly for his contributions to the team's offense during a pivotal time in their history. His performance in the 2005 season remains a highlight of his career and a memorable moment for Bengals fans.Source: gpt-4o-mini
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