Archive · 21 May 2025
David Johnson's NFL Career: From Star to Forgotten
David Johnson was once one of the best running backs in the NFL, like a super-fast and strong player who could also catch the ball really well.
In 2016, he was amazing!
But, he got hurt, and things changed.
He wasn't as good anymore, and he didn't get to play as much.
He was traded to another team, but didn't play as much.
Now, he's not playing in the NFL anymore, and people are wondering what happened to the star player he once was.
David Johnson was a top NFL running back for the Arizona Cardinals in 2016.
In 2016, Johnson had over 2,000 total yards and 20 touchdowns.
Injuries began to plague Johnson's career after his impressive 2016 season.
Johnson was traded to the Houston Texans in 2020.
Johnson last played in the NFL in 2022 with the New Orleans Saints.
- Who
- David Johnson, former NFL running back.
- What
- His NFL career, from star player to being out of the league.
- When
- 2016 was his peak; his career declined afterward.
- Where
- NFL
- Why
- Injuries and reduced playing time led to his decline.
- Position
- Running Back
- Team
- Arizona Cardinals (former)
- Peak Year
- 2016
- Total Yards (2016)
- Over 2,000
- Total Touchdowns (2016)
- 20
- Last Team
- New Orleans Saints (2022)