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Shareece Wright

Wright with the San Diego Chargers in 2012
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Position:	Cornerback
Personal information
Born:	(1987-04-08) April 8, 1987 (age 38) Colton, California, U.S.
Height:	5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:	184 lb (83 kg)
Career information
High school:	Colton
College:	USC
NFL Draft:	2011 / Round: 3 / Pick: 89
Career history
San Diego Chargers (2011–2014) San Francisco 49ers (2015) Baltimore Ravens (2015–2016) Buffalo Bills (2017) Oakland Raiders (2018)* Houston Texans (2018)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 305 Forced fumbles: 2 Fumble recoveries: 3 Pass deflections: 41 Interceptions: 2
Player stats at PFR

Shareece Lyndon Wright (born April 8, 1987) is an American former professional football player. He played as a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). Shareece played college football for the USC Trojans. The San Diego Chargers picked him in the third round of the 2011 NFL draft. He also played for the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Oakland Raiders, and Houston Texans.

Early Life and High School Football

Shareece Wright grew up in Colton, California. He played football at Colton High School. He was a very talented player there. In 2005, he made 68 tackles and had 2 sacks. He also ran for over 1,000 yards and scored 16 touchdowns. Even though he missed two games with a broken hand, he was a star. Shareece also ran track and could run the 100-meter dash in 10.9 seconds.

College Football Career at USC

Shareece Wright started his college career at the USC in 2006.

Freshman Year (2006)

As a freshman, Shareece was a backup cornerback. He also played an important role on special teams. He played in all 13 games. He made 15 tackles and recovered two fumbles.

Sophomore Year (2007)

In 2007, Shareece was often used as USC's nickel back. This means he played a special defensive role. He also continued to play on special teams. He played in 11 games. He had 29 tackles, including some that stopped plays for a loss of yards. He also broke up 4 passes.

Junior Year (2008)

Shareece began his junior season in 2008 as a starting cornerback. He played well in the first two games. However, he then got a small fracture in his neck during practice. This injury kept him from playing for the rest of the season.

Senior Year (2010)

The 2010 season was a big one for Shareece. He was a full-time starter in USC's defense. He started every game he played in. His teammates even voted him a team captain.

Professional NFL Career

Shareece Wright played for several teams during his time in the National Football League.

San Diego Chargers

Shareece was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 2011.

2012 Season with the Chargers

After playing only seven games as a rookie, Shareece was ready for a big year in 2012. He had a strong preseason. In one game, he even returned an interception for 73 yards. But in the first game of the 2012 season, he hurt his foot. This injury kept him out for six games. Once he healed, he played in the last nine games. He finished the year with 14 tackles on defense.

2013 Season with the Chargers

In 2013, Shareece became a starting cornerback for the Chargers. He had a tough start to the season. But he got much better as the Chargers worked to make the playoffs. In Week 14, he caught his first career interception against the New York Giants. He returned it 41 yards. This play helped set up a touchdown for his team. Shareece also played very well against star quarterback Peyton Manning. He helped limit a top receiver to only 4 catches. He finished the regular season starting 13 games. He made 56 tackles and broke up 9 passes. In the playoffs, he caught another interception. This helped the Chargers win their first playoff game.

2014 Season with the Chargers

Shareece went into 2014 with more experience as a starter. He played in 14 games. He recorded 60 total tackles and broke up 10 passes.

San Francisco 49ers

2015 Season with the 49ers

On March 14, 2015, Shareece signed a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers. He did not play in the first three games. He then asked to be traded or released. The 49ers released him on October 10.

Baltimore Ravens

2015 Season with the Ravens

Just a few days after leaving the 49ers, Shareece signed with the Baltimore Ravens on October 13, 2015. He joined the team after another player, Will Davis, had a season-ending injury.

2016 Season with the Ravens

On March 7, 2016, the Baltimore Ravens signed Shareece to a new three-year contract. However, he was released by the Ravens on March 7, 2017.

Buffalo Bills

On May 1, 2017, Shareece signed a one-year contract with the Buffalo Bills. He played in 12 games and started 5 of them. He made 44 tackles and had one interception.

Oakland Raiders

On March 19, 2018, Shareece signed a one-year contract with the Oakland Raiders. He was released by the team on September 1, 2018.

Houston Texans

On September 11, 2018, Shareece signed with the Houston Texans. He played in 12 games and started 5 of them. He recorded 32 tackles and broke up 5 passes.

NFL Career Statistics

Regular Season

Playoffs

Personal Life

Shareece Wright is from Colton, California. The San Diego Chargers were his favorite team growing up. He hoped they would draft him, and they did! He even brought a Chargers hat to his 2011 draft party.

Shareece also works with the Junior Diabetes Foundation. He was inspired to help because his former high school football coach's daughter has diabetes. In 2011, he was invited to throw out the first pitch at a San Diego Padres baseball game. This was to announce his partnership with the foundation.