Update: The Bengals have now released a statement on the passing of Rudi Johnson.
“Rudi was a fine person and an excellent running back for us,” said Bengals president Mike Brown. “He was dependable and productive as a player, and very popular among his teammates. Everyone liked him and saw him as a dear friend. We are deeply saddened by his passing.”
Shocking and sad news hit the NFL world today.
Rudi Johnson, who played for the Cincinnati Bengals for seven years and the Detroit Lions for one year, has passed away.
He would have turned 46 years old on October 1st.
The cause of death has yet to be made known. But TMZ added: “we’re told he had been recently struggling with mental health issues and the possible effects of CTE that he could not overcome.”
Johnson was a fan favorite in Cincinnati, as he played a big role on the Marvin Lewis teams that made the Bengals relevant again.
The running back ran for 4,221 yards across the 2004, 2005, and 2006 seasons. He also scored 36 touchdowns in that span.
His passing at such a young age is tragic and troubling. May he rest in peace.
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