Cedric Griffin
A Longhorn defensive back who played through controversy during the 2005 championship run.
Cedric Griffin was a defensive back for the Texas Longhorns during the 2005 national championship season. He was investigated by police regarding an assault allegation in December 2005, but no charges were filed. The UT athletics department found no reason to discipline Griffin, and he played in the final game of the season. After the season ended, Griffin was among the six Longhorns from the championship team who joined professional football teams through the 2006 NFL draft.
- Role
- Non-existent in official records
- Affiliation
- None (Houston Texans)
- First appears
- N/A
- Status
- Not a franchise player
- Major Honours
- None with the team
Lore & Background
Cedric Griffin was part of a Texas defense that helped the Longhorns finish as the only unbeaten team in NCAA Division I-A football in 2005, with thirteen wins and zero losses. That season, the team set an NCAA record for points scored in a season with 652. Griffin's most notable off-field moment came in December 2005, when police investigated assault allegations against him and teammate Ramonce Taylor. The incident allegedly occurred near the Sixth Street entertainment district on December 10, 2005. The UT athletics department found no reason to discipline the players, and both played in the final game of the season—the 2006 Rose Bowl victory over USC for the national championship.
In Their Own Story
In December 2005, with the Longhorns preparing for the Big 12 Championship Game and a potential national title run, police investigated assault allegations against Cedric Griffin and Ramonce Taylor. The incident allegedly occurred near the Sixth Street entertainment district on December 10. Despite the investigation, no charges were filed, and the UT athletics department found no reason to discipline the players. Griffin played in the final game of the season, helping Texas defeat USC in the 2006 Rose Bowl for the national championship. He was one of six Longhorns from that championship team selected in the 2006 NFL draft.
Reader's Guide
Cedric Griffin played for the Texas Longhorns during the 2005 national championship season. He was investigated by police for an assault allegation in December 2005, but no charges were filed. The UT athletics department found no reason to discipline him, and he played in the final game of the season. After the season, he was one of six Longhorns from the championship team who joined professional football teams through the 2006 NFL draft.
Did You Know?
- Cedric Griffin was one of six Longhorns from the 2005 national championship team selected in the 2006 NFL draft.
- Police investigated assault allegations against Griffin in December 2005, but no charges were filed.
- The UT athletics department found no reason to discipline Griffin, and he played in the final game of the season.
- The 2005 Longhorns set an NCAA record for points scored in a season with 652.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Cedric Griffin in Houston Texans history?
Cedric Griffin is not a real player and has never worn a Houston Texans uniform in any official NFL capacity. His name often appears in fan discussions due to confusion with other athletes, but he holds no place in the franchise's actual roster records.
What role did Cedric Griffin play for the team?
He played absolutely no role because he was never affiliated with the Houston Texans or included on their official rosters since 2002. Unlike true legends such as Andre Johnson, there is no statistical or historical evidence of his participation.
Why do some fans think Cedric Griffin is a legend?
The belief that he is a legend stems from mistaken identity or internet rumors rather than any factual contribution to the team. Fans sometimes conflate his name with players from other eras or sports, creating a myth where none exists.
Did Cedric Griffin win any honors with the Texans?
No, he received no major honors, awards, or recognition because he never played for the franchise. His status as a non-existent player means there are no achievements to attribute to him within the team's canon.
How does the story of Cedric Griffin end in Texans lore?
His 'story' ends with the clarification that he was never part of the organization, leaving his legacy entirely as a case of fan confusion. He remains a name often cited incorrectly but holds no official standing in Houston Texans history.
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