Mike Goodson


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Position: RB
Jersey #: 23
Date of Birth: May 23, 1987
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 210 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 111 in 2009 by CAR
First Team: CAR (2009)
Last Team: NYJ (2013)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2013NYJ276102319008
2012LV1135221016161951048
2011CAR2000134000
2010CAR15103452340573100290
2009CAR5224902215014

Career Summary

Mike Goodson was a Texas A&M running back who played in the NFL.

The Spring, Texas native entered the NFL in 2009 and played for Carolina, Oakland and New York.

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Early Life

Goodson grew up in the Spring and Klein areas of Texas.

Texas A&M listed Klein, Texas as his hometown before his final collegiate season.

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College Career

Goodson played 36 games and made 14 starts at Texas A&M.

He rushed for 1,964 yards and 13 touchdowns, while adding 90 receptions for 860 yards and seven receiving touchdowns. He led the Aggies in rushing twice.

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Path to the NFL

Carolina selected Goodson in the fourth round of the 2009 NFL Draft.

The Panthers chose him 111th overall after his junior season at Texas A&M.

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NFL Career

Goodson appeared in 42 NFL games from 2009 through 2013.

He totaled 783 rushing yards, 543 receiving yards and 2,009 kickoff-return yards. His 2010 season with Carolina included 452 rushing yards, three touchdowns and 40 receptions.

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Career Accomplishments

Goodson posted a productive 2010 season with Carolina.

He rushed for 452 yards and three touchdowns, added 40 catches for 310 yards, and returned 48 kickoffs for 1,048 yards.

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Playing Style

Goodson contributed as a runner, receiver and kickoff returner.

Oakland described him as versatile with speed, natural running skills, receiving ability out of the backfield and kick-return capability.

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