Johnson sits fourth on the Bengals' all-time rushing list with 5,742 yards and holds the team's record for most rushing yards in a season with 1,458 in 2005. "The family source says prior to his death, Johnson was doing everything he could to help people on and off the field," the outlet reported. After his playing days, the running back established The Rudi Johnson Foundation, based out of Virginia, which helps low-income children and families. "He attended Butler Community College and later Auburn University, where he rushed for over 1,500 yards in just one season. "Best known for his time with the Cincinnati Bengals, Johnson earned Pro Bowl honors after setting the Bengals’ single-season rushing record."