David Johnson's NFL career is over, and it seemingly just started. The former Northern Iowa and Arizona Cardinals running back announced his retirement on Sunday night via social media.
How many of the players with the most touchdowns in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
He hadn’t played for the Arizona Cardinals since 2019 but running back David Johnson was one of the best fans had seen. He announced his retirement from the NFL on Sunday via his Instagram account after eight seasons.
Running back David Johnson, who was named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler following a standout 2016 season, announced his retirement from the NFL Sunday. On his Instagram page, Johnson said in part, "I'm looking forward to my next career path in life.
The Cardinals drafted the RB in the third round in 2015.
Success can be short lived in the NFL, and one guy who found that out the hard way during his time in the league was running back David Johnson. After bursting onto the scene in 2015 with the Arizona Cardinals, Johnson put together a dominant two-season stretch to open his career with the Cardinals.
The tailback was out of the NFL in 2023, and he will not attempt a return this coming season.
The Arizona Cardinals have had some promising teams in the past few decades of football. Some legends of the game, like Larry Fitzgerald, have led some quality teams to playoff runs.
An All-Pro running back who most previously played with the New Orleans Saints is retiring at 31. They were known for being a fan favorite with the Arizona Cardinals.
Former Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson announced his retirement from the NFL today on his Instagram (see below). He finished his career with 4,071 rushing yards, 2,805 receiving yards, and 57 touchdowns on 1,284 touches.
According to Josh Weinfuss, veteran NFL RB David Johnson has announced his retirement from the NFL via his Instagram account. Johnson, 32, was taken in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Cardinals.
The 2024 NFL Draft cycle's big names are well-known now. Most fans have familiarized themselves with players expected to be taken within the top 40 or so picks.
According to Field Yates, the Saints are adding RB David Johnson to their 53-man roster and waiving Josh Andrews to make room. Johnson, 30, was taken in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Cardinals.
The New Orleans Saints announced several roster moves on Saturday for their Week 11 game. The full list includes: Saints signed G Yasir Durant and DB Bryce Thompson to their active roster.
The New Orleans Saints officially signed four players to their practice squad on Wednesday including RB David Johnson. The full list of players includes: DT Prince Emili RB Derrick Gore RB David Johnson DE Niko Lalos Johnson, 30, was taken in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Cardinals.
The New Orleans Saints have had their running back depth tested after Mark Ingram suffered a sprained MCL in Week 8, and they made a move on Wednesday to address that.
David Johnson ultimately left New Orleans without a deal.
On Friday, Johnson Tweeted, "Unfortunate, we couldn't come to terms, but appreciate the Saints for the opportunity! Journey to be continued."
The New Orleans Saints are looking to add depth at the running back position and could do so in the form of a former Pro Bowler.
HOUSTON — Evolving into the modern-day Emmitt Smith or LaDainian Tomlinson was likely the only way David Johnson could have given any satisfaction to one of the most lopsided trades in NFL history. The Houston Texans acquired Johnson in March of 2020 amid a trade that sent DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals.
PHOENIX -- Texans veteran running back David Johnson understands just how potentially awkward his return to Arizona might feel Sunday, going back to familiar territory one year after being involved in a controversial trade for All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.
Houston confirmed that David Johnson has been added to the reserve/COVID-19 list and won't be available for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears.
Johnson leads the Texans with 408 rushing yards, 103 carries, and three rushing touchdowns.
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