Ex-Bengals running back Johnson dies aged 45
Summary
Former NFL player Rudi Johnson has died at the age of 45. He played for the Cincinnati Bengals and Detroit Lions, and made significant contributions to his team during his career.Key Facts
- Rudi Johnson was a former NFL running back for the Cincinnati Bengals and Detroit Lions.
- He was 45 years old at the time of his death.
- Police found him at his home in Florida shortly after midnight on a Tuesday.
- Johnson was a fourth-round draft pick in 2001.
- He set a franchise record for the Bengals with 1,458 rushing yards in 2005.
- Johnson ended his NFL career with 5,979 rushing yards and 51 touchdowns.
- He is fourth on Cincinnati's all-time rushing list.
- Bengals president Mike Brown praised him as a dependable player and dear friend.
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