Jamey Richard (born October 9, 1984) is an American former professional football player who was a center in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL draft.[1] He played college football for the Buffalo Bulls.
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| Position: | Center / Guard | ||||||
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| Born: | October 9, 1984 Weston, Connecticut, U.S. | ||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 295 lb (134 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Weston (CT) | ||||||
| College: | Buffalo | ||||||
| NFL draft: | 2008 / round: 7 / pick: 236 | ||||||
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Early life and college
editRichard is the first player from Weston High School to ever play football professionally.
He was named Male Student-Athlete of the Year at Buffalo following his senior season.
Professional career
editIndianapolis Colts
editRichard got his first NFL start September 7, 2008, against the Chicago Bears. He replaced Jeff Saturday at center who was injured. On December 28, 2008, against the Tennessee Titans he confidently secured a loose football in the end zone against the visiting Titans, capping a 23-0 shutout.[2] Richard was named to PFW's All-Rookie team for his role on the interior offensive line for the Colts.
On September 12, 2011, he was waived by the Colts.[citation needed] Jameson Richard was re-signed by the Indianapolis Colts.[3]
New England Patriots
editRichard was signed to the New England Patriots on May 25, 2012.[4] He was placed on injured reserve on August 2 after suffering a concussion during training camp.
References
edit- ^ "2008 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 12, 2023.
- ^ "Tennessee Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts - Box Score - December 28, 2008 - ESPN". Archived from the original on April 18, 2015. Retrieved April 18, 2015.
- ^ "| WFNI ESPN 107.5 / 1070 The Fan | Indy's SportsCenter". 1070thefan.com. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016. Retrieved October 26, 2019.
- ^ "Patriots sign OL Jamey Richard". Archived from the original on July 29, 2012. Retrieved May 25, 2012.