Michael Bennett (running back)

Michael Bennett
Bennett with the Oakland Raiders in 2010
No. 23, 26, 29, 32
PositionRunning back
Personal information
Born (1978-08-13) August 13, 1978
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Listed weight211 lb (96 kg)
Career information
High schoolMilwaukee Trade and Technical
CollegeWisconsin (1998–2000)
NFL draft2001: 1st round, 27th overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Rushing attempts842
Rushing yards3,703
Rushing touchdowns13
Receptions159
Receiving yards1,294
Receiving touchdowns6
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Michael A. Bennett (born August 13, 1978) is an American former professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers. He was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft with the 27th overall pick. A Pro Bowl selection with the Vikings in 2002, Bennett was also a member of the New Orleans Saints, Kansas City Chiefs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers, and Oakland Raiders.