Definition
Isaac Redman is an American former professional football player who played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL).
Overview
Born on June 6, 1984, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Redman attended St. Peter’s Preparatory School before playing collegiate football at Villanova University. After going undrafted in the 2007 NFL Draft, he signed as a free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he spent the majority of his NFL career (2007–2012). Redman contributed primarily on special teams and as a backup running back, appearing in 70 regular‑season games. According to official NFL statistics, he accumulated 2,314 rushing yards, averaged 8.9 yards per carry, and recorded 10 rushing touchdowns. He also added 44 receptions for 380 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown. After his tenure with the Steelers, Redman had brief stints with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Seattle Seahawks before retiring from professional play. Post‑retirement, he has been involved in coaching at the high‑school level and participates in community outreach and motivational speaking.
Etymology/Origin
The given name “Isaac” derives from the Hebrew name Yĕšāʿq, meaning “he will laugh” or “he will rejoice.” The surname “Redman” is of English origin, historically a descriptive nickname for a person with reddish hair or a ruddy complexion, composed of the Old English elements rēad (“red”) and mann (“man”).
Characteristics
- Position: Running back, also utilized on special teams and as a short‑yardage receiver.
- Physical attributes: Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm); weight 221 lb (100 kg) during his playing career.
- Playing style: Known for a combination of power running and pass‑catching ability out of the backfield, as well as reliability on kickoff coverage units.
- Career highlights: Contributed to the Steelers’ 2008 AFC Championship season; recorded multiple multi‑touchdown games in 2010 and 2011; recognized for strong performance in limited carries, achieving a high yards‑per‑carry average relative to league averages.
Related Topics
- National Football League (NFL)
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Villanova Wildcats football program
- Running back (American football)
- Undrafted NFL players
- Special teams (American football)