Donovan Woods


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Position: OLB
Jersey #: 95
Date of Birth: July 27, 1985
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 230 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2008 by
First Team: PIT (2008)
Last Team: PIT (2009)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Donovan Woods

Position: Outside Linebacker (OLB)
Date of Birth: July 27, 1985

Professional Career

  • Pittsburgh Steelers (2008-2009)

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Signed as an undrafted free agent by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2008.
  • Played primarily as a special teams player and backup linebacker during his tenure.
  • Contributed to the Steelers' defensive unit during their 2008 Super Bowl-winning season, which culminated in a victory in Super Bowl XLIII.
  • Appeared in a total of 10 games with the Steelers over two seasons.

Background

  • Woods played college football at Michigan State University, where he was known for his athleticism and defensive skills.
  • His experience as a player at Michigan State helped him transition to the professional level, showcasing his potential as a linebacker.

Although not a household name in the NFL, Donovan Woods played an important role on a championship team and contributed to the Steelers during a successful period in franchise history.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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