DeJon Gomes
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Career Summary
DeJon Gomes was a Nebraska defensive back selected by Washington in the 2011 NFL Draft.
DeJon Gomes entered the NFL as a Washington fifth-round selection in 2011 after playing at Nebraska.
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College Career
Gomes played college football at Nebraska.
NFL and Washington records identify Gomes as a Nebraska defensive back.
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Path to the NFL
Washington selected Gomes with the 146th pick of the 2011 NFL Draft.
Washington selected Gomes in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft, No. 146 overall.
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NFL Career
Gomes played safety for Washington in 2011 and 2012.
Washington's all-time roster lists Gomes at safety from 2011 through 2012. As a rookie, he filled in for LaRon Landry against Dallas and made 14 tackles.
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Career Accomplishments
Gomes made an immediate impact when called upon as a rookie.
In a 2011 game against Dallas, Gomes recorded 14 tackles, the second-most on Washington's defense.
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Playing Style
Gomes was a safety valued for his speed and opportunity-driven play.
Coach Mike Shanahan said Washington wanted to see what Gomes could do with his speed when he replaced an injured LaRon Landry, and said Gomes took advantage of the opportunity.
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Legacy
Gomes was part of Washington's productive 2011 rookie class.
A 2011 team retrospective identified Gomes among the draft class members who showed they could play in the NFL.
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