Buck Ortega
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Position: TE
Jersey #: 86
Date of Birth: November 22, 1981
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 250 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2006 by
First Team: NO (2008)
Last Team: NO (2009)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | NO | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Buck Ortega: Career Overview
Position: Tight End (TE)Date of Birth: November 22, 1981
Career History
- New Orleans Saints (2008 - 2009)
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Signed as an undrafted free agent by the New Orleans Saints in 2008.
- Played primarily as a backup tight end during his time with the Saints.
- Contributed to the team's offensive schemes during practices and training camps.
- Was part of the Saints organization during a pivotal time as they were building toward future success, including the 2009 Super Bowl championship season.
Post-NFL Career
- After his NFL career, Ortega has been involved in various coaching roles and youth football programs.
Buck Ortega's tenure in the NFL may not have been filled with high-profile statistics, but he played a vital role as a team player during his time with the New Orleans Saints, contributing to the development of the franchise during a significant period in its history.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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