Johnny Patrick (born August 17, 1988) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 2011 NFL draft. He played college football for the Louisville Cardinals.
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| Position: | Cornerback | ||||||||||||
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| Born: | August 17, 1988 DeLand, Florida, U.S. | ||||||||||||
| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 190 lb (86 kg) | ||||||||||||
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| High school: | DeLand (FL) | ||||||||||||
| College: | Louisville | ||||||||||||
| NFL draft: | 2011 / round: 3 / pick: 88 | ||||||||||||
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Early life
editPatrick was born in DeLand, Florida and attended DeLand High School.
College career
editPatrick played college football for the Louisville Cardinals from 2007–2010. He was the starting cornerback from 2008 to 2010. In 2009 Patrick recorded 53 tackles and two interceptions.[1] In the 2010 Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl, Patrick forced a fumble and blocked a field goal to help the Cardinals win against Southern Miss.[2]
Professional career
editPre-draft
editPatrick was projected to be a second-third round pick in the 2011 NFL draft.[3]
New Orleans Saints
editPatrick was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round (88th overall) of the 2011 NFL draft.[4] He was cut by the Saints on February 19, 2013.[5]
San Diego Chargers
editPatrick was signed by the San Diego Chargers on February 20, 2013. He eventually played in 13 games, playing the nickel and slot, while starting 4. He set career highs with 38 total tackles, 1 interception, 1.5 sack, along with a forced fumble and 2 passes defended.[6] He was released on March 4, 2014.[7]
New York Jets
editPatrick was acquired off waivers by the New York Jets on March 5, 2014.[8] He was released on August 30, 2014.[9]
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
editOn March 22, 2016, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League signed Patrick to a contract.[10] He was released before the start of the season on June 15, 2016.
References
edit- ^ Bennett, Brian (July 8, 2010). "Louisville's Patrick charged with assault". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 15, 2011.
- ^ Adelson, Andrea (December 21, 2010). "Instant Analysis: Louisville 31, Southern Miss 28". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 15, 2011.
- ^ "Johnny Patrick, DS #7 CB, Louisville". nfldraftscout.com. Retrieved January 15, 2011.
- ^ "2011 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved February 26, 2019.
- ^ "New Orleans Saints Terminate Contract of TE David Thomas and Waive DB Johnny Patrick". Archived from the original on August 18, 2017. Retrieved February 19, 2013.
- ^ "Chargers Nab Cornerback Johnny Patrick". www.chargers.com. Archived from the original on February 24, 2013.
- ^ Gennaro, John (March 4, 2014). "San Diego Chargers release CB Johnny Patrick". boltsfromtheblue.com. Retrieved March 4, 2014.
- ^ Lange, Randy (March 5, 2014). "Jets Acquire CB Johnny Patrick off Waivers". New York Jets. Archived from the original on March 8, 2014. Retrieved March 8, 2014.
- ^ Lange, Randy (August 30, 2014). "Jets Make Final Cuts to Get to 53". New York Jets. Archived from the original on September 1, 2014. Retrieved August 30, 2014.
- ^ "Bombers release Turner, Denmark". www.winnipegfreepress.com. Retrieved March 24, 2016.
