LeQuan Lewis facts for kids
Lewis with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2012
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| Position: | Cornerback | ||||
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| Born: | February 17, 1989 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 193 lb (88 kg) | ||||
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| College: | Arizona State | ||||
| Undrafted: | 2011 | ||||
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LeQuan Letrell Lewis (born February 17, 1989) is a former American football player. He played as a cornerback, which is a defensive position. A cornerback's main job is to cover wide receivers and stop them from catching the ball. They also help tackle players who have the ball. LeQuan played college football at Arizona State University. After college, he was signed by the Tennessee Titans in 2011. This meant he wasn't chosen in the main NFL Draft, but a team still wanted him to play.
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LeQuan's Professional Football Journey
LeQuan Lewis played for several teams during his professional football career. Players sometimes move between teams to find the best fit or new opportunities.
Starting with the Titans
LeQuan began his NFL journey with the Tennessee Titans. He signed with them on July 26, 2011. However, he was released by the team on September 2, 2011.
Time with the Raiders and Jets
In 2012, LeQuan signed with the Oakland Raiders. He was with them for a short time before being released on June 23, 2012. Later that year, he joined the New York Jets. He had a few short stints with the Jets, including being part of their practice squad. A practice squad is a group of players who train with the team but are not on the main roster.
Playing for the Cowboys
After his time with the Jets, LeQuan was signed to the main roster of the Dallas Cowboys on September 12, 2012. He played with the Cowboys for a few weeks before being released on October 2, 2012.
Moving to the Bears and Patriots
In 2013, LeQuan signed with the Chicago Bears on February 11. He was released by the Bears in May of that year. Later, on August 12, 2013, he joined the New England Patriots. He was cut by the Patriots on August 26, 2013.
With the Cardinals and Argonauts
LeQuan signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals on April 1, 2014. However, he was released by the Cardinals on May 27, 2014. After that, he moved to the Canadian Football League (CFL). On June 13, 2014, he signed with the Toronto Argonauts, a team in Canada.
Second Stint with the Jets
LeQuan returned to the New York Jets on August 12, 2014. He was released and re-signed to their practice squad multiple times that year. He was promoted to the active roster on September 24, 2014, but was released again on September 29, 2014. His final release from the Jets was on October 7, 2014.
The Spring League
In 2017, LeQuan Lewis participated in The Spring League. This is a developmental football league that helps players showcase their skills. It gives them another chance to be noticed by professional teams.
