Vince Agnew facts for kids
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| Position: | Cornerback |
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| Born: | December 28, 1987 Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S. |
| Height: | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight: | 192 lb (87 kg) |
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| High school: | Grand Rapids (MI) Catholic Central |
| College: | Central Michigan |
| Undrafted: | 2011 |
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| CFL status: | International |
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| Player stats at CFL.ca | |
Vincent Shonte Agnew (born December 28, 1987) is a former American football player. He played as a cornerback, which is a defensive position. Vince played college football at Central Michigan University. He also went to Catholic Central High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan. During his professional career, he played for several teams. These included the Miami Dolphins, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, and Toronto Argonauts.
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Vince Agnew's Early Life
Vince Agnew was a talented athlete in high school. He played high school football at Catholic Central High School. He was a starter for three years. This means he was one of the main players on the team. He played as a cornerback and a wide receiver. Sometimes, he even played as a running back.
In his senior year (2005), Vince was amazing. He gained 1,425 all-purpose yards. He scored thirteen touchdowns and made eleven interceptions. An interception is when a defensive player catches a pass meant for an offensive player. His team had a great record of 12 wins and 2 losses. They finished as the state runner-up.
Vince was also a star in other sports. He was on the varsity track and field team for four years. He set school records in the 100-meter dash and the long jump. He also played basketball for two years.
College Football Career
Vince Agnew played college football for the Central Michigan Chippewas. He played in 47 games from 2007 to 2010. During his time there, he made 161 tackles. A tackle is when a defensive player stops an offensive player with the ball. He also broke up 14 passes. This means he stopped the ball from reaching the intended receiver.
In his senior year, he was named Third-team All-MAC. This is a special honor for top players in his college league. Vince studied journalism while at Central Michigan.
Professional Football Journey
Vince Agnew was a very athletic player. Before the 2011 NFL draft, he showed off his skills. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.38 seconds. He could jump 39.5 inches high. These numbers show he was fast and strong.
Playing for the Miami Dolphins
After college, Vince signed with the Miami Dolphins in 2011. He spent time on their practice squad. A practice squad is a group of players who train with the team. They can be called up to play in games if needed. He stayed with the Dolphins until August 2012.
Time with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers
In October 2012, Vince joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This team plays in the CFL. He was on their practice roster for a short time.
Joining the Dallas Cowboys
Later in October 2012, Vince signed with the Dallas Cowboys. He was on their practice squad at first. Then, in November 2012, he was moved to the active roster. This meant he could play in real games. He played in four games for the Cowboys during the 2012 season. He later signed a future contract with them but was released in March 2013.
With the Kansas City Chiefs
Vince signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in June 2013. He trained with the team during the preseason. However, he was released before the regular season began.
Playing for the Toronto Argonauts
In March 2014, Vince joined the Toronto Argonauts, another CFL team. He had a great time there. In 2014, he played in sixteen games and started ten of them. He made 31 defensive tackles. He also made 14 special teams tackles. Special teams are units that play during kickoffs and punts. He even had four sacks, which is when a defensive player tackles the quarterback.
In 2015, Vince played in fourteen games for the Argonauts. He continued to be a strong player. He made 21 defensive tackles and eight special teams tackles that year.
Vince Agnew's Personal Life
Vince Agnew cares about helping young people. In July 2013, he held his first "Swagnew Game Breakers Football Camp." This camp likely taught kids about football and teamwork.
