Tyler Goodson facts for kids
Goodson with Iowa in 2021
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| No. 31 – Indianapolis Colts | |||||||||||
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| Position: | Running back | ||||||||||
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| Born: | November 10, 2000 Suwanee, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 197 lb (89 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | North Gwinnett (Suwanee) | ||||||||||
| College: | Iowa (2019–2021) | ||||||||||
| Undrafted: | 2022 | ||||||||||
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| Roster status: | Active | ||||||||||
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| Career NFL statistics as of Week 7, 2024 | |||||||||||
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Tyler Goodson was born on November 10, 2000. He is an American professional football player. He plays as a running back for the Indianapolis Colts in the National Football League (NFL). Before joining the Colts, he played college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He also played for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL.
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Growing Up and High School Football
Tyler Goodson grew up in Suwanee, Georgia. He went to North Gwinnett High School. In his junior year, he ran for 1,437 yards and scored 25 touchdowns. This means he carried the ball a lot and often reached the end zone.
As a senior, Tyler continued to play great. He ran for 1,180 yards and scored another 25 touchdowns. He was even named Georgia Player of the Year. Many colleges wanted him to play for them. He chose to play college football at the University of Iowa.
College Football Career
Tyler Goodson played college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He started playing as a freshman in 2019. He quickly became a key player for the team.
Playing for the Iowa Hawkeyes
In his first year, Tyler led the team in rushing yards. He ran for 638 yards and scored five touchdowns. He also caught 24 passes, gaining 166 yards.
In his second year, he was named first-team All-Big Ten Conference. This is a big honor for college players. He ran for 762 yards and scored seven touchdowns.
In his third year, Tyler had an amazing season. He ran for 1,151 yards and scored six touchdowns. He also caught 31 passes for 247 yards and one touchdown. After this season, he decided to try for the NFL.
Professional Football Journey
Tyler Goodson began his professional career in the NFL in 2022. He joined the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent. This means he wasn't chosen in the NFL Draft but was signed by a team afterward.
Time with the Green Bay Packers
Tyler signed with the Green Bay Packers on May 2, 2022. He worked hard to earn a spot on the team. He was later moved to the team's practice squad. Players on the practice squad train with the team and can be called up to play in games.
On December 31, 2022, Tyler was moved to the active roster. This meant he could play in NFL games. He signed a new contract with the Packers in January 2023. However, he was later released by the team in August 2023.
Joining the Indianapolis Colts
On September 12, 2023, Tyler Goodson joined the Indianapolis Colts practice squad. He continued to train and wait for his chance.
On December 16, 2023, Tyler got his first chance to carry the ball in an NFL game. This was against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He ran for 69 yards on 11 carries, helping the Colts win the game 30–13. A few days later, he was moved to the active roster.
In Week 18, the Colts played against the Houston Texans. This game was very important for the Colts to make the playoffs. Tyler played in the game, but the Colts lost, which ended their playoff hopes. Tyler continues to be a part of the Indianapolis Colts team.
