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  1. The Groin Pulls Ate My PotatoesRead the original story

    Aug 25, 2008 | And Another Thing ...

    ... HellByrds and Southside Superstarzz somehow managed to pick running backs Ronnie Brown, DeAngelo Williams and Rudi Johnson in the 11th round. But the real bargain was Minnetonka Skippers nabbing speedster Chris Johnson. He was my biggest sleeper of ...

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  2. Best of the Worst Lions: 6. Tatum Bell

    Friday Jun 26 | Flint Township/Swartz Creek Advance

    ... Detroit, Matt Millen traded Pro Bowl cornerback Dre Bly for Bell. And second, of course, Bell allegedly stole Rudi Johnson's bag when he figured out that Johnson's signing meant Bell's inevitable release. This was immortalized hilariously by Roy ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, Roy Williams (Detroit Lions), NFL Players, Detroit Tigers, Major League Baseball

  3. Eagles Weekly Wrap-Up: What To Do About Westbrook and is Asante a Leader?

    Jun 5, 2009 | BleacherReport

    ... that the Eagles aren't willing pay. Their four targets should be: Edgerrin James Deuce McAllister Warrick Dunn Rudi Johnson Edge is certainly the best bet for this team, but he will carry a hefty price tag. I would mark him off the list because he ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, NFL Football, Philadelphia Eagles, Kyle Eckel, Lorenzo Booker, NFL Players

  4. Birds' Eye View: Assume the worst on Westbrook

    Jun 5, 2009 | Philly.com

    ... TDs; 47 rec. for 330 yds. Age: 34. Why: Has defied age. Why not: Has to break down at some point. Our grade: B. Rudi Johnson Last played for: Lions. 2008 stats: 237 yds. rush, 3.1 ypc., 1 TD. Age: 29. Why: At 5-10, 225, would complement the smaller ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, NFL Football, Philadelphia Eagles, Brian Westbrook, NFL Players, Lorenzo Booker, Detroit Lions, Ahman Green

  5. NFL Crystal Ball: Projecting the Rookie Quarterbacks

    Jun 1, 2009 | Most Valuable Network

    ... receiver going into his third season. They made changes in the running game, moving out Corey Dillion for Rudi Johnson. For the Lions, it's coincidence that Rudi will give way to Kevin Smith and Maurice Morris, but that's a strong tandem. If you'll ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, Daunte Culpepper, NFL Players, Jeff Backus, Calvin Johnson, Kevin Smith

  6. These big NFL names could make an impact on any team that signs them.

    May 14, 2009 | WFXJ-AM Jacksonville

    ... His once-great burst is gone, but he's still workmanlike. Other options: Warrick Dunn , Deuce McAllister and Rudi Johnson . FB: Cecil Sapp Better athlete than most fullbacks, but still nothing special. TE: Ben Troupe Best from a mediocre offering. ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, Dan Campbell, Paris Lenon, NFL Players, Jeremy Newberry

  7. The Detroit Lions Are Already Better Than You Think

    May 7, 2009 | BleacherReport

    ... successful teams go into a season without at least two capable running backs. The Lions replaced the dreadful Rudi Johnson, who rushed for fewer than 300 yards and averaged 3.1 per carry on the season, with the solid Maurice Morris, who ran for more ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, Daunte Culpepper, Jon Kitna, NFL Players, Kevin Smith, Drew Stanton

  8. Lions' Kevin Smith a 'potential breakout star'

    May 6, 2009 | Detroit Lions Highlight Reel - MLive.com

    ... yards. During his first season in Detroit, Smith was named the starting running back. But after a slow start, Rudi Johnson briefly replaced him, before reclaiming the starting role. The 6-foot-1, 217-pound Smith finished his first season in the NFL ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, NFL Players, Kevin Smith, NFC, NFC North, Calvin Johnson

  9. Prospect rankingsRead the original story

    Apr 26, 2008 | CBS SportsLine

    ... and Smith in the backfield and they could shore it up by signing a tough inside runner out of free agency like Rudi Johnson. LJ should bring in I would ... (more) Reply to this thread Another 'what the Lions should do' Thread Here's what the Lions ...

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  10. While Culpepper is the starter, Lewand also says there are many options available in free agency.Read the original story

    Mar 5, 2009 | Detroit News

    ... I'm not some slap who can't play, either. I mean, I think I've proven that I can play." Ex-Lions running back Rudi Johnson told Sirius NFL Radio on Thursday the Lions are "years away from being a competitive team in the NFL." ... With free agent ...

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  11. Nicholas J. Cotsonika: RB Johnson says Lions 'years away' from being decentRead the original story

    Mar 5, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    Running back Rudi Johnson says the Lions are "years away" from being decent. Johnson spent last season with the Lions as they became the first NFL team to go 0-16. He is a free agent and not expected to return ...

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  12. Rudi Johnson: Lions 'years away' from being competitiveRead the original story

    Mar 5, 2009 | Detroit News

    Former Lions running back Rudi Johnson, whose one-year stint in Detroit turned into a nightmarish 0-16 season, didn't sound too optimistic about the team's prospects for a quick turnaround in 2009.

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  13. Nicholas J. Cotsonika's Blog: In interview, RB Johnson says Lions 'years away' from being decentRead the original story

    Mar 5, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    Running back Rudi Johnson says the Lions are "years away" from being decent. Johnson spent last season with the Lions as they became the first NFL team to go 0-16. He is a free agent and not expected to return ...

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  14. Rudi Johnson: Lions are 'years away' from winning

    Mar 5, 2009 | Ann Arbor News

    Former Detroit Lions running back Rudi Johnson, appearing on "The SIRIUS Blitz' with hosts Adam Schein and Solomon Wilcots, said the Lions are "years away'' from being a competititve team and winning in the ...

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  15. Lions hope to spend wisely, draft wellRead the original story

    Feb 27, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    ... serve as a backup or complement to running back Kevin Smith. The Lions are not expected to bring back veteran Rudi Johnson. St. Louis CB Ron Bartell: The Lions have a desperate need at cornerback, and the 6-foot-1, 209-pound Bartell seems to fit ...

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  16. Lions wait to see who stays, who goesRead the original story

    Feb 25, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    ... said. Other Lions about to become unrestricted free agents include offensive tackle George Foster, running back Rudi Johnson, linebacker Paris Lenon, wide receive Shaun McDonald and quarterback Dan Orlovsky. Cut Monday were cornerback Leigh Bodden, ...

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  17. Tatum Bell

    Feb 17, 2009 | ESPN

    That was ambitious to say the least. With Jones and T.J. Duckett gone, Bell thought he'd get a chance, but rookie Kevin Smith quickly jumped ahead of him, and Rudi Johnson also was brought in ... Bell was ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, NFL Football, Denver Broncos, Tatum Bell, NFL Players, Detroit Lions, Kevin Smith

  18. 17/02 Top 10 sport-related thefts

    Feb 17, 2009 | Anorak

    ... Sadly, Pickles later choked to death on his own lead while chasing a cat. There is no justice in the world. 8. Rudi Johnson's bag, 2008 When the Detroit Lions signed running back Rudi Johnson, someone had to make way. That man was Tatum Bell, who ...

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  19. Lions waiting to see who stays, who goesRead the original story

    Feb 10, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    ... said. Other Lions about to become unrestricted free agents include offensive tackle George Foster, running back Rudi Johnson, linebacker Paris Lenon, wide receive Shaun McDonald and quarterback Dan Orlovsky. Cut Monday were cornerback Leigh Bodden, ...

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    Related Topix: Sports, Detroit Lions, NFL Football, Stephen Peterman, NFL Players, Mike Furrey, Dan Campbell, Chuck Darby

  20. Lion players waiting to see who stays, who goesRead the original story

    Feb 10, 2009 | Detroit Free Press

    ... to become unrestricted free agents include offensive tackle George Foster, kicker Jason Hanson, running back Rudi Johnson, linebacker Paris Lenon, wide receive Shaun McDonald and quarterback Dan Orlovsky. The six players the Lions cut Monday were ...

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