Alan-Michael Cash facts for kids
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| Born: | August 20, 1987 Henrico County, Virginia, U.S. |
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| Career information | |
| CFL status | International |
| Position(s) | DT |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Weight | 292 lb (132 kg) |
| College | NC State (2005–2009) |
| High school | Varina (Henrico, Virginia) |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 2010 | Richmond Revolution |
| 2011–2016 | Montreal Alouettes |
| 2017 | Toronto Argonauts |
| 2018 | Edmonton Eskimos* |
| *Offseason and/or practice roster member only | |
| CFL East All-Star | 2014 |
| Career stats | |
| Tackles | 99 |
| Sacks | 11 |
| Interceptions | 2 |
| Fumble recoveries | 3 |
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Alan-Michael Cash, born on August 20, 1987, is a former American football player. He was a defensive tackle, a strong player who tries to stop the other team's offense. Alan-Michael played in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
He also played college football at North Carolina State University. Before that, he went to Varina High School in Richmond, Virginia. Cash played for teams like the Richmond Revolution in the Indoor Football League (IFL). He also played for the Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, and Edmonton Eskimos in the CFL.
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Early Life and College Football
Growing Up and High School
Alan-Michael Cash was born on August 20, 1987. His hometown is Henrico County, Virginia. He went to Varina High School in Henrico, Virginia.
Playing for NC State
After high school, Alan-Michael went to North Carolina State University. In 2005, he was a "redshirt" player. This means he practiced with the team but did not play in games. It helped him get ready for future seasons.
From 2006 to 2009, he played in games for four years. He was a "letterman" each of those years. This means he earned a special award for being a key player on the team.
- In 2006, his first year playing, he made 8 tackles. A tackle is when a player stops an opponent with the ball.
- In 2007, he had 48 tackles and 3.5 sacks. A sack is when a defensive player tackles the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage. He also made one interception.
- In 2008, he had 38 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He also forced one fumble and broke up two passes.
- In 2009, his senior year, he made 55 tackles and 2 sacks. He also forced one fumble.
Professional Football Career
Starting in the IFL
In 2010, Alan-Michael Cash began his professional career. He played for the Richmond Revolution. This team was part of the Indoor Football League (IFL).
Playing in the CFL
Alan-Michael then moved to the Canadian Football League (CFL).
Montreal Alouettes
On May 26, 2011, the Montreal Alouettes signed Cash. He was released a short time later. However, he re-signed with the Alouettes on February 21, 2012. He signed an extension with the team in December 2013. In 2014, he was chosen as a CFL East Division All-Star. This means he was one of the best players in his division that year.
Toronto Argonauts
On March 23, 2017, Cash signed with the Toronto Argonauts. He played for them for a season. He was released by the team in May 2018.
Edmonton Eskimos
On July 3, 2018, Alan-Michael joined the practice roster of the Edmonton Eskimos. A practice roster is a group of players who train with the team but don't always play in games. He was released a few days later. He re-signed with them in October 2018, but was released again shortly after.
