Josh Woodrum Explained

Josh Woodrum
Number:6, 7
Position:Quarterback
Birth Date:7 November 1992
Birth Place:Roanoke, Virginia
Height Ft:6
Height In:3
Weight Lbs:230
High School:Cave Spring
(Roanoke, Virginia)
College:Liberty
Undraftedyear:2016
Pastteams:

Josh Woodrum (born November 7, 1992) is a former American football quarterback. He played college football at Liberty University and signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2016.

Early years

Woodrum attended Cave Spring High School in Roanoke, Virginia.[1] [2] A 2-star recruit, Woodrumcommitted to play college football at Liberty over offers from Elon and Wake Forest.[3] [4]

College career

After redshirting as a freshman in 2011,[5] Woodrum became the starting quarterback for the Liberty Flames football team,[6] [7] [8] [9] a position that he would remain in for the next four years.[10] [11] Woodrum led the Flames to three consecutive Big South Conference football championships from 2012 to 2014, including an appearance in the FCS playoffs in 2014. After completing his senior season in 2015, Woodrum began preparing for the National Football League Draft.[12] [13] In preparation for the draft, Woodrum was invited to and played in the 2016 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl.[14] [15] Along with North Dakota State's Carson Wentz, Woodrum was one of only two Football Championship Subdivision quarterbacks to receive an invitation to participate in the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.[16] [17] [18]

Professional career

New York Giants

Following the 2016 NFL draft, Woodrum signed as an undrafted free agent with the New York Giants.[19] [20] [21] Following the Giants' rookie minicamp, the Giants released Woodrum after just three days in New York.[22] [23]

Indianapolis Colts

After being waived by the Giants, Woodrum was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts.[24] [25] On July 19, 2016, the Colts waived Woodrum.[26]

Chicago Bears

On November 15, 2016, Woodrum was signed to the Chicago Bears practice squad.[27] On December 5, 2016, the Bears released Woodrum.[28]

Buffalo Bills

On January 2, 2017, Woodrum signed a reserve/future contract with the Buffalo Bills.[29] He was waived by the Bills on May 24, 2017.[30]

Baltimore Ravens

On July 31, 2017, Woodrum signed with the Baltimore Ravens.[31] He saw his first preseason action with the Ravens, where he took full advantage of the opportunity. He finished the preseason going 25 of 36 for 321 passing yards and 4 total touchdowns.[32] He was waived on September 2, 2017.[33]

Cleveland Browns

On September 3, 2017, Woodrum was claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Browns.[34] Woodrum was released by the Browns on September 7, 2017.[35]

Baltimore Ravens (second stint)

On September 12, 2017, Woodrum was re-signed to the Ravens' practice squad.[36] He signed a reserve/future contract with the Ravens on January 1, 2018.[37]

On September 1, 2018, Woodrum was waived by the Ravens.[38]

Salt Lake Stallions

On November 27, 2018, Woodrum was selected by the Salt Lake Stallions with the eighth-overall pick in the Alliance of American Football's quarterback draft.[39] He eventually started the Stallions' season opener against the Arizona Hotshots, where he threw for 103 yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT before leaving the game in the second half with a hamstring injury.[40]

Washington Redskins

After the AAF suspended operations, Woodrum signed with the Washington Redskins on April 18, 2019.[41] He tore his pectoral on August 8 in a preseason game against the Browns and was placed on injured reserve.[42] [43]

Woodrum became a free agent on March 18, 2020, after the Redskins chose not to tender him as an exclusive-rights free agent following the 2019 season.[44]

AAF statistics

YearTeamGamesPassingRushingSackedFumbles
GP GS Comp Att Pct Yds Avg TD Int Rate Att Yds Avg TD Sck SckY FUM Lost
SLS7 7 146 227 64.3 1,449 6.4 6 8 76.4 10 25 2.5 0 10 56 6 2
Career7 7 146 227 64.3 1,449 6.4 6 8 76.4 10 25 2.5 0 10 56 6 2

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Notes and References

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  2. News: Richlands looks for revenge against Cave Spring. November 25, 2010. Bristol Herald Courier. Gregory, Allen. February 12, 2017.
  3. News: Stakes high as Grundy prepares for Cave Spring. November 19, 2010. Bluefield Daily Telegraph. Combs, Lloyd. February 12, 2017.
  4. Web site: Josh Woodrum, 2011 Dual Threat Quarterback - Rivals.com . N.rivals.com . 2010-07-29 . 2022-08-31.
  5. News: Little brother a big influence on LU quarterback's life. November 17, 2015. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  6. News: Woodrum settles into Flames QB role. October 13, 2012. The News & Advance. Lang, Chris. February 12, 2017.
  7. News: LU freshman QB Woodrum making big strides for Flames. October 17, 2012. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  8. News: Flames redshirt freshman Woodrum making most of shot at QB spot. October 18, 2012. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  9. News: Woodrum prepared to lead Liberty's offense in second season. March 19, 2013. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  10. News: Woodrum hopes Flames' offense hums from the get-go. March 20, 2014. The News & Advance. Lang, Chris. February 12, 2017.
  11. News: Woodrum's career comes full circle against Montana. September 15, 2015. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  12. News: Woodrum watching, waiting for his NFL shot. April 28, 2016. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  13. News: Josh Woodrum hopes to be chosen in NFL Draft. April 27, 2016. The Roanoke Times. Berman, Mark. February 12, 2017.
  14. News: Woodrum, Lunsford to play in senior bowl games this weekend. January 22, 2016. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  15. News: Josh Woodrum ready for NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. January 22, 2016. The Roanoke Times. Berman, Mark. February 12, 2017.
  16. News: Former Liberty football standouts ready for chance to improve NFL Draft stock. February 24, 2016. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  17. News: Woodrum, Lunsford showcase improvements from combine. March 24, 2016. The News & Advance. Sordelett, Damien. February 12, 2017.
  18. News: Josh Woodrum ready for NFL combine. February 25, 2016. The Roanoke Times. Berman, Mark. February 12, 2017.
  19. Web site: Giants sign four draft picks & 14 undrafted free agents. Eisen, Michael. Giants.com. May 6, 2016. March 29, 2017. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20170803005711/http://www.giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Giants-sign-four-draft-picks--14-undrafted-free-agents/bce88848-ed81-4d6a-8e99-26f19049be9d. August 3, 2017.
  20. News: What you need to know about Giants Undrafted Free Agents. https://web.archive.org/web/20170212164936/http://www.giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/What-you-need-to-know-about-Giants-Undrafted-Free-Agents/804f7537-a9d4-4947-b90b-e45422cf829f. dead. February 12, 2017. May 6, 2016. New York Giants. Salomone, Dan. February 12, 2017.
  21. News: Giants 2016 Rookie Minicamp Roster. https://web.archive.org/web/20180307231508/http://www.giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Giants-2016-Rookie-Minicamp-Roster/a3915586-8acb-4042-9291-f9c39688942d. dead. March 7, 2018. May 5, 2016. New York Giants. February 12, 2017.
  22. News: How deciding quickly on undrafted free agents can hurt the Giants. May 11, 2016. NJ.com. Raanan, Jordan. February 12, 2017.
  23. News: The strange case of Josh Woodrum and the Giants. May 11, 2016. Big Blue View. Valentine, Ed. February 12, 2017.
  24. News: Josh Woodrum Gets Chance To Learn At Quarterback For Colts. https://web.archive.org/web/20170212165427/http://www.colts.com/news/article-1/Josh-Woodrum-Gets-Chance-To-Learn-At-Quarterback-For-Colts/501bc73b-bcfd-44ac-bbf1-20b9bfc44773. dead. February 12, 2017. July 3, 2016. Indianapolis Colts. Walker, Andrew. February 12, 2017.
  25. News: Colts claim quarterback Josh Woodrum off waivers, waive-injured tight end Mike McFarland. May 10, 2016. Stampede Blue. Wilson, Josh. February 12, 2017.
  26. News: NFL roundup: Colts waive Josh Woodrum. July 20, 2016. The Roanoke Times. February 12, 2017.
  27. News: Bears put Long on IR, activate Wilson. https://web.archive.org/web/20170905001243/http://www.chicagobears.com/news/article-rostermoves/Bears-put-Long-on-IR-activate-Wilson/7370850b-7fb8-43ff-8cc8-76ebe5349508. dead. September 5, 2017. November 15, 2016. Chicago Bears. Mayer, Larry. February 12, 2017.
  28. News: Bears add veteran Banks to secondary. https://web.archive.org/web/20170212031110/http://www.chicagobears.com/news/article-rostermoves/Bears-add-veteran-Banks-to-secondary/5183b4e6-ce2d-4bd8-befc-765f74550a2c. dead. February 12, 2017. December 5, 2016. Chicago Bears. Mayer, Larry. February 12, 2017.
  29. News: Bills announce six as future signings. https://web.archive.org/web/20170829203936/http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-announce-six-as-future-signings/729eab25-7fa6-48be-9b50-e58b0980ee19. dead. August 29, 2017. January 2, 2017. BuffaloBills.com. February 12, 2017.
  30. Web site: Bills sign TE Saxton, WR Streater; Kouandjio released. https://web.archive.org/web/20180209010946/http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-sign-TE-Saxton-WR-Streater-Kouandjio-released/4ec25037-11ad-451b-a431-a2de9e57a69a. dead. February 9, 2018. Brown, Chris. BuffaloBills.com. May 24, 2017.
  31. Web site: Ravens shuffle QBs, sign Josh Woodrum. Alper, Josh. ProFootballTalk.NBCSports.com. July 31, 2017.
  32. Web site: NFL Players | Past & Current NFL Players. NFL.com.
  33. Web site: Ravens Make 15 Moves To Set 53-Man Roster Ahead Of 2017 Season. Downing, Garrett. BaltimoreRavens.com. September 2, 2017. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20180119035032/http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Ravens-Make-15-Moves-To-Set-53-Man-Roster-Ahead-of-2017-Season/bdeb00bc-4c08-4b47-a63d-d0e432ee878a. January 19, 2018.
  34. Web site: Browns claim 5 players off waivers. https://web.archive.org/web/20180201012939/http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/news/article-5/Browns-claim-5-players-off-waivers/6086b90e-603c-4966-8f3d-ced3f238868a. dead. February 1, 2018. ClevelandBrowns.com. September 3, 2017.
  35. News: Browns release DB Calvin Pryor III, QB Josh Woodrum. ClevelandBrowns.com. September 7, 2017. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20170910050850/http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/news/article-5/Browns-release-DB-Calvin-Pryor-III-QB-Josh-Woodrum/9d9d147a-0dbd-4003-90c0-10a7555b166b. September 10, 2017.
  36. Web site: Baltimore Ravens add Josh Woodrum to practice squad. Roanoke.com. September 8, 2017.
  37. Web site: Ravens Sign Four Players to Reserve/Futures Contracts. Downing, Garrett. BaltimoreRavens.com. January 1, 2018. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20180102013137/http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Ravens-Sign-Four-Players-to-ReserveFutures-Contracts/12f7913e-4779-4365-95fb-a2715e434e3b. January 2, 2018.
  38. Web site: Ravens Make Final Cuts to 53 Players. Mink, Ryan. BaltimoreRavens.com. September 1, 2018.
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  40. News: Vejar. Alex. Salt Lake Stallions lose 38-22 in their debut against the Arizona Hotshots. The Salt Lake Tribune. February 10, 2019. February 12, 2019.
  41. News: Washington adds AAF quarterback Josh Woodrum. Gantt, Darin. Pro Football Talk. NBC Sports. April 18, 2019.
  42. News: Josh Woodrum out with torn pec. Matthew Paras. August 10, 2019. The Washington Times.
  43. Web site: Redskins Sign QB Jalan McClendon, DB Dejuan Neal And LB Darrell Williams. Redskins.com. August 11, 2019.
  44. Web site: 2021 NFL League Transactions - Trades Waivers, Signings & more. NFL.com.