Professional Career
On January 10, 2011, Rodgers announced that he would enter the 2011 NFL Draft and forgo his final year of eligibility. Rodgers was originally listed as the number five running back prospect entering the draft by NFL Network's draft specialist, Mike Mayock. At the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine, Rodgers ran the 40 yard dash in 4.64 seconds and was measured at 5 feet 5 and 7/8 inches. However, during Oregon State University's Pro Day, Rodgers was able to reduce his 40 yard dash time to 4.47 seconds. He also measured in slightly taller at 5 feet 6 and 3/4 inches.
Rodgers was drafted with the 145th overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. He was signed by the Falcons on July 28.
Rodgers scored his first touchdown on a reception in 2011 against the Carolina Panthers. In week 17, Rodgers scored his first career rushing touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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