Johnny Patrick

Johnny Patrick (born August 17, 1988) is a former American football cornerback. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Louisville.

Johnny Patrick
No. 32, 26, 17
Position:Cornerback
Personal information
Born: (1988-08-17) August 17, 1988
DeLand, Florida
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
High school:DeLand (FL)
College:Louisville
NFL Draft:2011 / Round: 3 / Pick: 88
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics as of 2013
Tackles:68
Sacks:1.5
Pass deflections:4
Interceptions:1
Forced fumbles:1
Player stats at NFL.com

Early life

Patrick was born in DeLand, Florida and attended DeLand High School.

College career

Patrick 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

Pre-draft

Patrick was projected to be a third-round pick in the 2011 NFL Draft.[3]

New Orleans Saints

Patrick 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

Patrick 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

Patrick 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

On 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.

Personal

Patrick was arrested for a misdemeanor assault charge on June 27, 2010.[1] He pleaded guilty on July 28 to a reduced charge of harassment with physical contact.[11]

References
  1. Bennett, Brian (July 8, 2010). "Louisville's Patrick charged with assault". ESPN.com. Retrieved 2011-01-15.
  2. Adelson, Andrea (December 21, 2010). "Instant Analysis: Louisville 31, Southern Miss 28". ESPN.com. Retrieved 2011-01-15.
  3. "Johnny Patrick, DS #7 CB, Louisville". nfldraftscout.com. Retrieved 2011-01-15.
  4. "2011 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved 2019-02-26.
  5. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2017-08-18. Retrieved 2013-02-19.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  6. http://www.chargers.com/news/article-1/Chargers-Nab-Cornerback-Johnny-Patrick--/9d3fa976-1715-49ee-9e74-f06ac0aa62e2
  7. Gennaro, John. "San Diego Chargers release CB Johnny Patrick". boltsfromtheblue.com. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  8. 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.
  9. Lange, Randy (August 30, 2014). "Jets Make Final Cuts to Get to 53". New York Jets. Archived from the original on August 30, 2014. Retrieved August 30, 2014.
  10. "Bombers release Turner, Denmark". www.winnipegfreepress.com. Retrieved 2016-03-24.
  11. "Louisville football player Johnny Patrick pleads guilty to harassment charge". allvoices.com. July 28, 2010. Archived from the original on February 22, 2011. Retrieved 2011-01-15.


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