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Indianapolis Colts

1975/09/08 36

5-10 190

Batesville, MS

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the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1998 (4th round)

Sacks Interceptions Tackles
Year Team G Sacks YdsL Int Yds IntTD Solo Ast Total
2010 Colts 8 0 0 0 0 0 10 1 11
career Total 191 15.5 73 21 190 0 463 74 537

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • Very experienced. Doesn't make dumb mistakes. Very versatile in the secondary. Anticipates well, and is a sure tackler who gives a high effort against the run.
Flaws
  • Not a strong presence in man coverage. Doesn't jam well. Not a top athlete who can match up against better receivers. Isn't getting any younger.
Career Potential
  • Solid veteran defensive back.
  • AwardsNFL - Super BowlNFL - Super Bowl

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

November 9, 2010 Waived by the Indianapolis Colts.
August 1, 2010 Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Indianapolis Colts.
November 14, 2008 Hamstring, out.
September 19, 2008 Heel injury, out.
March 17, 2006 Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
December 29, 2004 Hand injury, out.
April 2, 2002 Re-signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
March 23, 2002 Signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers to a four-year contract.

Trades

August 1, 2010 Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Indianapolis Colts.
April 18, 1998 Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 4th round (117th overall) in 1998.

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