P. J. Alexander Explained

P. J. Alexander
Number:69, 64
Position:Center
Birth Date:December 23, 1978
Birth Place:Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:4
Weight Lbs:297
High School:Lincoln (Tallahassee, Florida)
College:Syracuse
Undraftedyear:2002
Pastteams:
Highlights:
Statlabel1:Games played
Statvalue1:20
Statlabel2:Games started
Statvalue2:4
Pfr:A/AlexP.20

Patrick James Alexander (born December 23, 1978) is a former American football center. He was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2002. He played college football at Syracuse.

Alexander has also played for the Denver Broncos, Atlanta Falcons, Florida Tuskers and Omaha Nighthawks.

College career

Alexander played for four seasons at Syracuse University, where he started 23 games at left tackle in his final two years.

Professional career

Denver Broncos

Alexander played for the Denver Broncos in, and was subsequently waived, and his attempts to make the team was chronicled in Stefan Fatsis's book A Few Seconds of Panic.[1]

Atlanta Falcons

In, Alexander joined the Atlanta Falcons, and made his first career start after two offensive linemen were hurt and suspended. However, the following week after the Baltimore Ravens game, Alexander lost his starting job, and was waived in 2007.[2]

Second stint with Broncos

In, after injuries to Tom Nalen and Ben Hamilton, Alexander rejoined the Broncos.

Florida Tuskers

On August 17, 2009, Alexander was signed by the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League.[3]

Omaha Nighthawks

Alexander played for the Omaha Nighthawks in .

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 'A Few Seconds of Panic' by Stefan Fatsis - Chicago Tribune . Articles.chicagotribune.com . 2009-01-31 . 2012-08-16.
  2. Book: Fatsis, Stephen . Stephen Fatsis

    . Stephen Fatsis . . 2008 . . 978-1-59420-178-3 . 327–328 .

  3. Web site: United Football League Signs 21 Players to Florida Tuskers' Roster . August 17, 2009 . . July 14, 2011.