Rudi Johnson, a renowned former NFL running back and Cincinnati Bengals star, died aged 45, leaving behind a legacy of spectacular career glory and a surprising net worth.
Johnson, an American football running back, set franchise records during his NFL time.
Johanson played for the Bengals from 2001 to 2007 and was a key player, known for his rushing skills and game contributions to the team.
His death has sent shockwaves to his fans across America, with heartfelt tributes continuing to pour in for a man who made his mark both on and off the field.
Netizens are curious to know Rudi Johnson's net worth and the legacy he left behind.
Rudi Johnson began making waves at Auburn University in 2000 and was known as the “Auburn Rambler,” and he was a game-changer on the field.
Johnson was picked up by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth round of the 2001 NFL Draft. Rudi Johnson became the mainstay of the Bengals' offense in a time that spanned seven years, from 2001 to 2007.
He showed his career-best performance between the years 2004 and 2006, when he racked up over 1,300 yards in three straight seasons.
Rudi Johnson’s career golden age period is definitely between the years of 2004 and 2006. In 2004, he earned the title of a Pro Bowl after running for 1,454 yards and 12 touchdowns.
While the very next year, he made a record, which is still intact with his name:
Johnson set Bengals franchise record with 1,458 rushing yards in a single season.
Overall, in his career, his tally included 48 rushing touchdowns with the Cincinnati Bengals, which ranked him third in team history.
Rudi Johnson’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million at the time of his passing, though estimates vary, according to the details published by the Spanish daily tabloid Marca.
Johnson’s major fortunes come from his NFL contracts, brand partnerships, and smart financial investments.
According to Over The Cap (a digital portal that keeps an eye on the NFL, with a special focus on salary caps, contracts, and financial matters of the league), Johnson’s income was around $21.3 million from his NFL career.
His largest deal that he struck was a four-year contract extension worth $25.9 million that Johnson signed in 2005 with the Bengals, with an average income of $5.7 million per season.
Although no official cause of his death has been confirmed, Johnson’s family fears that Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) might have played the role that led to his death.
For the unversed, CTE is a degenerative brain condition linked to repeated head injuries and has been identified in former NFL players after death.
CTE symptoms include depression, impulsive behavior, and memory loss.
