Chad Ocho Cinco (born Chad Johnson) is a Pro Bowl wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals. He was drafted by the Bengals in the second round of the 2001 NFL draft after playing college football at Oregon State University.
On June 10, 2009, Chad Ochocinco announced on his Twitter that he was in the process of getting a face tattoo. He got two tattoos on both sides of his face. A subsequent tweet Ochocinco stated that the tattoos are fake, stating: "All those who were calling me stupid for the face tatts, who"s stupid now, HATERS!!!!!! Get a sense of humor or stop following!"Tweeter: OGOchoCinco
Career Highlights
Ocho Cinco had a breakout year in 2003, setting a Bengals record with 1,255 receiving yards. In 2004, he had 95 catches, 1,274 yards and nine touchdowns. His performances have earned him five straight Pro Bowl selections from 2003 to 2007.Bengals.com: Chad Johnson
On November 20, 2008, the Cincinnati Bengals deactivated Ocho Cinco before their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.ESPN.com: Bengals deactivate Ocho Cinco (November 20, 2008) He returned to the Bengals practice the following day, but was fined an undisclosed amount. Ocho Cinco reportedly was late for a team meeting and argued with one or more coaches.ESPN.com: Ocho Cinco Returns to Bengals Practice... Will Be Fined
Name Change
News that Chad Johnson had legally changed his last name to Ocho Cinco broke on August 28, 2008. Johnson mentioned his desire to change his name weeks before. Chad gave himself the nickname in October of 2006 in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Ocho cinco is Spanish for the number eight and five, Chad's jersey number.SportingNews.com: Introducing Mr. Ocho Cinco (August 29, 2008)
Trade Demand
After the 2007 season, Chad Ocho Cinco began making comments to the media about playing for other teams besides the Bengals. In March of 2008, Ocho Cinco said that he wanted to be traded before or soon after the NFL draft, threatening to sit out for the 2008 season if a trade was not made. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis made it clear that Ocho Cinco would not be traded and that he can either play football or sit on the bench. Ocho Cinco also stated that he would not be attending any of the Bengals preseason workouts or camps. On April 22, 2008, the Washington Redskins proposed a trade for Ocho Cinco in exchange for a first round pick in the 2008 draft and a 2009 pick. The Bengals declined the offer, as they would receive an $8 million salary cap penalty if they were to trade Ocho Cinco. Ocho Cinco's contract with the Bengals runs through 2011.ESPN.com: Rosenhaus says Johnson will play in '08... February 4, 2008 Ocho Cinco has since backed off from his demands and has seemingly returned to regular business with the Bengals.
Chad Johnson News and Articles
ESPN.com: Skipping program may cost Ocho Cinco (April 5, 2009)
FanHouse: Bengals Say Chad Javon Ocho Cinco Will Be Back in 2009 (November 23, 2008)
ESPN.com: Ocho Cinco says no lesson learned from benching (November 26, 2008)
ESPN.com: Ocho Cinco Returns to Bengals Practice... Will Be Fined (November 21, 2008)
ESPN.com: Bengals deactivate Ocho Cinco (November 20, 2008)
FOX Sports: Ocho Cinco deactivated for walking out of meeting (November 20, 2008)
ESPN.com: Rosenhaus on Chad Johnson's deactivation (Time: 4:28)
USA Today: Chad Johnson
ESPN.com: Ocho Cinco says McNabb helped him put his team first (November 13, 2008
ProFootballTalk.com: Ocho for Obama? (October 28, 2008)
SportingNews.com: Introducing Mr. Ocho Cinco (August 29, 2008)
ESPN.com: Johnson, Bengals getting more zany? (August 28, 2008)
ESPN.com: Rosenhaus says Johnson will play in '08... February 4, 2008
ESPN.com: Source: Bengals' Johnson may sit out 2008 season... February 3, 2008
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The Enquirer: Chad Fanning Trade Flames (January 31, 2008)
Chad Johnson Timeline
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Fast Facts
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Birth name
Chad Johnson
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Born
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Height
6'1"
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Weight
192 lbs
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College
Oregon State University
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NFL debut in 2001
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Has led the AFC in receiving yards for four consecutive seasons
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Holds multiple Bengals franchise receiving records
