DeAngelo Tyson facts for kids
Tyson with the Baltimore Ravens in 2012
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| Position: | Defensive end | ||||||||
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| Born: | April 12, 1989 Savannah, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) | ||||||||
| Weight: | 315 lb (143 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school: | Statesboro (Statesboro, Georgia) | ||||||||
| College: | Georgia | ||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2012 / Round: 7 / Pick: 236 | ||||||||
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DeAngelo Tyson (born April 12, 1989) is a former American football player. He played as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). Tyson played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs. The Baltimore Ravens picked him in the 2012 NFL Draft.
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Early Life and High School Football
DeAngelo Tyson was born in Savannah, Georgia, on April 12, 1989. When he was 10 years old, he moved to the Joseph Home for Boys. This home was connected to the Department of Family and Children Services. He stayed in their care until he finished middle school.
Tyson went to Statesboro High School in Statesboro, Georgia. There, he played football with Justin Houston. In his second year, he helped his team win the 2005 AAAA state championship. As a senior, he made 54 tackles and nine sacks. He was chosen as a high school All-USA player by USA Today in 2007.
College Football Career
DeAngelo Tyson played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs. He played under head coach Mark Richt.
Professional Football Career
Joining the NFL
The Baltimore Ravens chose DeAngelo Tyson in the 2012 NFL Draft. He was the 236th player picked overall. He joined the Ravens in the seventh round.
Baltimore Ravens Highlights
Tyson was part of the Ravens team that won Super Bowl XLVII. This was a huge achievement for him and the team. In 2013, he made his first career interception. This happened during a game against the Detroit Lions. He played for the Ravens from 2012 to 2015. In September 2015, he left the team due to an injury.
Time with the Seattle Seahawks
On January 19, 2016, the Seattle Seahawks signed DeAngelo Tyson. He joined them on a special contract for players who might play in the future. However, he was released by the Seahawks in August 2016.
