Rudi Johnson, former Cincinnati Bengals Pro Bowl running back, dies, apparently by suicide, at 45

Former Cincinnati Pro Bowl running back Rudi Johnson died of an apparent suicide, Florida authorities said, as his agent called for more resources to combat CTE.

Former Pro Bowl running back Rudi Johnson — a three-time 1,000-yard rusher who holds multiple Cincinnati Bengals records — has died, apparently by suicide, Florida authorities said Tuesday, as his agent called for more resources to combat chronic brain damage.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of Johnson, 45, though "no foul play [is] suspected," it said in a statement.

“All indications are leading to suicide," Detective Joseph Peguero told NBC News.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to call in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, at about 11:13 ET Monday to treat and transport an "adult trauma alert patient," the agency said.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue declined to name the patient, citing HIPPA protections. The address for the call appears to correspond with Johnson's home listed in public records.