Arizona Cardinals
Rashad Johnson - #49 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 204 lbs. |
| Birthday | 01/02/1986 |
| Birthplace | Sulligent, AL |
| College | Alabama |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 3rd round, 31st pick by Cardinals |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | 0 | 2 |
The First Fifteen: Week Five
Here's an early look at the Week Five action, the first shortened (and the bye isn't coming at a great time for a few teams) week of the 2011 NFL season.
Cardinals must get act together in crunch time
As long as the Cardinals keep saving their worst for last, a frustrating dry spell figures to continue as far as victories in the desert are concerned.
Shorts and Shells: Week Four
We discuss Cam Newton's distaste for big numbers in close losses; the controversial finish to Giants-Cardinals; the amazing start by wide receivers; and plenty more.
Giants escape desert with 31-27 win
Eli Manning threw two touchdown passes in a 58-second span late in the game and the Giants rallied to stun the Cardinals 31-27 on Sunday.
Cardinals could ill afford to lose Haggans
Arizona hopes it won't lose OLB Clark Haggans, who reportedly could be suspended for violating the NFL's personal-conduct policy.
Seahawks grab first win of the season
Behind QB Tavaris Jackson, the Seahawks picked up their first win by beating the Cardinals 13-10 on Sunday.
Cardinals appear to be lacking defensive leadership
Daiiy team observers believe a lack of leadership in the Cardinals' defense has been clearly evident in the season's early stages.
Gano kicks 'Skins past Cardinals
Graham Gano's 34-year dfield goal with 1:45 remaining clincehd a 22-21 Redskins win Sunday over the Cardinals.
Brown's future with Cardinals not looking too bright
We hear the prospect of a long-term future in the desert is looking dim for former first-round OLT Levi Brown, who continues to struggle in pass protection.
Cardinals spoil Newton's NFL debut
Patrick Peterson made amends for a long afternoon at cornerback with an 89-yard punt return for the go-ahead touchdown and the Cardinals escaped with a 28-21 victory over the Panthers.
Cardinals throwing caution to wind with young CBs
For better or worse, the Cardinals will be counting on two cornerbacks starting for the first time at the pro level in Patrick Peterson and A.J. Jefferson.
Only Bucs fail to avoid blackout
The Cardinals, Chargers and Rams announced on Thursday they have avoided blackouts and that their Week One games will be shown on local TV.
The First Fifteen: Early Week One primer
In the inaugural edition of "The First Fifteen," we look at the 15 most compelling story lines as we enter Week One.
Cardinals 2011 preview
The Cardinals desperately hope their expensive gamble on QB Kevin Kolb will make fans forget Kurt Warner and save coach Ken Whisenhunt's job.
No serious competition for Cardinals' Porter
The Cardinals were hoping that one of their young players would challenge Joey Porter for the starting ROLB job, but it didn't happen, according to our NFC Whispers.
PLAYER NEWS
The Cardinals have re-signed Johnson to a three-year contract.|||||||
Johnson spent the last four seasons with the Cardinals and became a free agent after last season. The 2009 third-round draft pick out of Alabama is expected to start at strong safety after taking the job from Adrian Wilson late last season. Wilson, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, was released by Arizona last week. Johnson had a career-best two interceptions last season with 15 tackles and a fumble recovery in 15 games, three as a starter.
The Arizona Cardinals have signed third-round draft pick Rashad Johnson to a three-year contract.|||||||
Johnson, a walk-on out of high school, was a leader of the powerful Crimson Tide defense and is expected to fight for the backup role behind Adrian Wilson and Antrel Rolle and for a spot in the Cardinals' nickel defense. Johnson was an Alabama captain as a junior and senior. He was second on the team in tackles with 89, 60 solos, along with five interceptions, a sack, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
