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Kamerion Wimbley

Wimbley with the Oakland Raiders in 2010
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Position:	Linebacker, defensive end
Personal information
Born:	(1983-10-13) October 13, 1983 (age 41) Wichita, Kansas, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Weight:	258 lb (117 kg)
Career information
High school:	Wichita Northwest (KS)
College:	Florida State (2002–2005)
NFL Draft:	2006 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13
Career history
Cleveland Browns (2006–2009) Oakland Raiders (2010–2011) Tennessee Titans (2012–2014)
Career highlights and awards
Second-team All-ACC (2005)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 442 Sacks: 53.5 Forced fumbles: 9 Fumble recoveries: 3 Interceptions: 2
Player stats at PFR

Kamerion Wimbley (born October 13, 1983) is a former professional football player. He played as a linebacker and defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). The Cleveland Browns picked him in the first round of the 2006 NFL draft. He was the 13th player chosen overall. Wimbley also played for the Oakland Raiders and Tennessee Titans. He retired from football in 2015. Before joining the NFL, he played college football at Florida State University.

Early Life and High School Football

Kamerion Wimbley grew up in Wichita, Kansas. He went to Wichita Northwest High School. There, he was a very versatile football player. He played many positions, including defensive end, linebacker, quarterback, receiver, and punter.

During his senior year, he was recognized as one of the top high school athletes in the country. He earned All-America honors from Parade and SuperPrep. He also played in the 2002 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Experts considered him a four-star recruit. He was ranked 58th among all football prospects in his class. Wimbley chose to play for Florida State. He graduated high school early in December 2001. He then started college at Florida State in the spring of 2002.

College Football Career

Kamerion Wimbley played college football for the Florida State Seminoles.

Freshman Year (2002)

As a true freshman, Wimbley played in all 14 games. This included the 2003 Sugar Bowl against Georgia. He played as a defensive end. He also spent a lot of time on special teams. He finished his first season with 17 tackles. This made him the second-best tackler among all Seminole freshmen.

Sophomore Year (2003)

In his second year, Wimbley was mainly a backup player. He played in all 13 games. He made 38 tackles and 2.5 quarterback sacks. He also broke up two passes. His first time starting a game was against Duke. He had a great game against Colorado. In that game, he made eight tackles and two sacks.

Junior Year (2004)

Wimbley continued as a backup defensive end in his junior year. He played in all 12 games. He started only two games when another player was injured. He finished the season with 27 tackles. He had a season-high five tackles against Clemson.

Senior Year (2005)

As a senior, Wimbley had a fantastic year. He led the ACC in sacks. He had three games where he got multiple sacks. He also led his team in quarterback hurries. He suffered a knee injury during the season. However, he returned to play in the Orange Bowl. This was his last college game. Even with the injury, he was named second-team All-ACC. He was also named All-America by Pro Football Weekly.

Professional Football Career

Kamerion Wimbley had a successful career in the NFL.

Joining the NFL: 2006 Draft

Even though Wimbley played defensive end in college, NFL scouts thought he was better suited for a different role. They believed he was not big enough to be a full-time defensive end in the NFL. Instead, they saw him as a perfect fit for a "rush linebacker" in a 3-4 defense. This position focuses on rushing the quarterback.

The Cleveland Browns needed players who could stop runs and rush the quarterback. They chose Wimbley in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He was the 13th player picked overall. The team's coaches wanted someone who could put pressure on the opposing quarterback.

Playing for the Cleveland Browns (2006–2009)

On July 22, 2006, Wimbley signed a six-year contract with the Cleveland Browns. He changed from defensive end to outside linebacker. He started every game in his first season. He made a big impact right away. He led the team and all AFC rookies with 11 sacks. He also had 62 tackles.

In his second NFL season, Wimbley still led the team in sacks with 5. He also had 51 tackles and forced 4 fumbles. He continued to be a key player for the Browns for four seasons.

Time with the Oakland Raiders (2010–2011)

On March 14, 2010, Wimbley was traded to the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders hoped he would return to his rookie year form. They moved him to strongside linebacker. In a preseason game against the Chicago Bears, Wimbley had an amazing performance. He recorded 4 sacks in just one half against quarterback Jay Cutler.

He finished the 2010 regular season with 58 tackles and 9 sacks. He started all 16 games in his first season with the Raiders. He was released by the Raiders on March 17, 2012.

Joining the Tennessee Titans (2012–2014)

Wimbley signed with the Tennessee Titans on March 20, 2012. He played for the Titans for three seasons. During the 2012 season, he played in all 16 games. He recorded 30 tackles and six sacks. He switched back to playing defensive end for the Titans. After nine seasons in the NFL, Kamerion Wimbley announced his retirement on May 7, 2015.

Career Statistics

Life After Football

Kamerion Wimbley has been busy since retiring from the NFL. He has pursued several interesting ventures and continued his passion for helping others.

Business Ventures

Wimbley owns a dog registry in Florida called Bull Breed Coalition Registry. This registry helps people track their dogs' family history. It also provides information on how to breed, train, raise, show, adopt, and rescue dogs.

He also owns several businesses in his hometown of Wichita, Kansas. These include a barbershop chain with two locations and a fitness center. He also owned a restaurant called Wings & Things, which later closed.

TV Appearances and Competitions

Wimbley has appeared on several TV shows. In 2013, he won the Super Bowl Cook-off Competition on the Rachael Ray Show. He competed against other NFL players. Wimbley's winning dish was andouille sausage and shrimp over grits. This dish was perfect for the Super Bowl, which was held in New Orleans that year. He won a special Super Bowl-style ring for his victory.

On March 27, 2012, Wimbley competed on G4's American Ninja Warrior. He successfully finished the qualifying course. His fast time allowed him to move on to the Regional Finals. He completed the longer course there as well. He competed again on the show in 2020.

Wimbley also appeared on a charity edition of MTV's The Challenge. This special season was called The Challenge: Champs vs. Pros. He competed to raise money for his own foundation. He finished as the male runner-up in the competition.

Charity Work

Kamerion Wimbley has a foundation in Wichita, Kansas. This foundation helps young people in the area. It focuses on developing good character, improving reading skills, and supporting their overall well-being. His foundation also provides training for young football players in the Wichita community.