Ryan Steed facts for kids
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| Position: | Cornerback | ||||||||
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| Born: | July 21, 1990 Charleston, South Carolina |
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| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||||
| Weight: | 185 lb (84 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school: | Summerville (SC) Pinewood Prep | ||||||||
| College: | Furman | ||||||||
| Undrafted: | 2012 | ||||||||
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Ryan Justin Steed (born July 21, 1990) is a former American football player. He played as a cornerback, which is a defensive position. Ryan joined the New York Jets in 2012 after college. He played college football at Furman University.
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Growing Up: Ryan Steed's Early Life
Ryan Steed was born on July 21, 1990, in Charleston, South Carolina. His parents are Ernest Steed and Lisa King. Ryan went to Pinewood Preparatory School in Summerville, South Carolina.
At school, Ryan was a talented athlete. He played both basketball and football. His basketball team was very successful. They won three state championships in the SCISA AAA league. In football, Ryan played many different positions. During his senior year, he was recognized as an "all-region" player. He was also named "Defensive Player of the Game" in a special all-star game between North Carolina and South Carolina.
College Football Career
Ryan Steed played college football for Furman University. He was a standout player there. In 2011, he received a big honor. He was named a 1st team FCS All-American. This award came from both the Associated Press and the American Football Coaches Association.
Ryan was also chosen to play in the 2012 Senior Bowl. This is a game where top college players show their skills. He earned 1st team All-Southern Conference honors three times. He received this award as a sophomore, junior, and senior.
Ryan Steed's Professional Journey
After college, Ryan Steed played for several professional football teams.
Joining the New York Jets
Ryan Steed was signed by the New York Jets on April 29, 2012. He joined them as an undrafted free agent. This means he wasn't chosen in the main draft but was signed afterward. He was with the Jets for a few months. On August 29, 2012, he was waived, meaning he was released from the team.
Time with the New Orleans Saints
On December 19, 2012, Ryan Steed joined the New Orleans Saints. He was signed to their practice squad. Practice squads allow teams to develop players. On July 23, 2013, the Saints waived him.
Playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Ryan Steed then signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. This happened on July 30, 2013. He joined them as a free agent. However, his time with the Steelers was short. He was cut by the team on August 25, 2013.
Canadian Football League Teams
Ryan Steed also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
Calgary Stampeders
He signed with the Calgary Stampeders on March 25, 2014. He was released by the team on July 11, 2014.
Saskatchewan Roughriders
In October 2014, Ryan Steed signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
External Links
- Furman Paladins bio
- New York Jets bio
- Saskatchewan Roughriders bio
