Jason Rivers facts for kids

Jason Rivers, born on May 12, 1984, is a former American football player. He was a wide receiver, which means he caught passes from the quarterback. Jason played college football for the Hawaii Warriors team. He was a key player for his team, often catching passes from their star quarterback, Colt Brennan.

Who is Jason Rivers?

Jason Rivers is known for his impressive college football career. He played a very important role for the Hawaii Warriors. His skills as a wide receiver helped his team win many games.

Jason Rivers' College Football Achievements

Jason Rivers holds a special place in the history of Hawaii Warriors football. He is among the top players for how many passes he caught and how many yards he gained.

• He is 2nd in the team's history for total catches, with 292 receptions.
• He is also 2nd for the total yards he gained from catching passes, with 3,919 yards.
• He ranks 3rd for the number of touchdowns he scored by catching passes, with 35 touchdowns.

These numbers show how successful he was during his time playing for the Hawaii Warriors.

Jason Rivers' Professional Football Journey

After his college career, Jason Rivers hoped to play in the NFL. He was not chosen in the 2008 NFL draft, which is where professional teams pick new players. However, the Tennessee Titans team signed him as a free agent. This means they offered him a contract even though he wasn't drafted. He later left the team.

Jason Rivers' Background

Jason Rivers has a diverse background. He is of Samoan and African American descent. Before playing college football, he went to Saint Louis School in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Notable Games and Awards

Jason Rivers was part of some memorable games during his college career. One of these was the 2006 Hawaii Bowl. In this game, he and quarterback Colt Brennan set several new records for the Hawaii Bowl. They were both named the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) of that game.