Rudi Johnson , a former running back for the Cincinnati Bengals and considered one of the franchise's greatest rushers, has tragically passed away aged 45. TMZ was the first to break the news, reporting that he'd passed away just after midnight on Tuesday, September 23 in his home state of Florida. A cause of death has not yet been confirmed, but the NFL star was mourned by many in the football world, including his former team, which shared a statement confirming the news a few hours after.

"The Cincinnati Bengals mourn the passing of former halfback Rudi Johnson, a Pro Bowler who played for the team from 2001-07 and is among the top rushers in franchise history," their statement read, including a few words from Bengals president Mike Brown, praising his skills and saying th

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