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Essex Johnson is a former defensive back out of Grambling State, selected by the Cincinnati Bengals with the 156th overall pick (round 6) in the 1968 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Cincinnati Bengals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Draft Details
Essex Johnson Career Stats
Career Totals
| Rushing yards | Rushing average | Receptions | Receiving yards | Total touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,236 | 4.5 | 146 | 1,742 | 31 |
Career History
- Cincinnati Bengals (1968–1975)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1976)
Born: Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S. · Height: 5-9
Draft Class Context
Essex Johnson was the 14th of 21 DBs selected in the 1968 draft. The 156th overall pick has been used 57 times in draft history. Its most productive selection was Sammy Morris in 2000, who played 119 games. Grambling State had 3 players drafted in 1968, among them Robert Atkins and Wes Bean. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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