Player Essex Johnson
Seasons 1976
College Grambling
How acquired Free agent before 1976 season
How left Released after 1976 season
Height 5-9
Weight 201
Date of birth 15-Oct-46
Pos RB
Games 14
Starts 1
Experienced NFL back who played the expansion 1976 season with the Bucs and made one start in the season finale against New England. Finished the year ranked third in rushing and third in receptions. Had previously played eight seasons with the Bengals having been their 6th round pick in 1968 rushing for over 3,000 yards and 18 touchdowns before landing with in Tampa Bay. Never played in the NFL again after leaving Tampa. Passed away in 2020.
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No 19
1976
1
Games
Starts
14
1
14
13
14
13
Rushing
No
Yards
Avg
LG
TD
1976
47
166
3.5
27
1
Total
47
166
3.5
27
1
Receiving
No
Yards
Avg
LG
TD
1976
25
201
8.0
38
1
Total
25
201
8.0
38
1
Kick returns
No
Yards
Avg
LG
TD
1976
13
287
22.1
32
0
Total
13
287
22.1
32
0