Fernando Bryant - Career Overview

Position: Cornerback (CB)
Date of Birth: March 26, 1977

Career Timeline

• Jacksonville Jaguars (1999 - 2003)
  • Drafted in the 1st round (26th overall) of the 1999 NFL Draft.
  • Played five seasons with the Jaguars, becoming a key component of their secondary.
  • Recorded 11 interceptions during his time in Jacksonville, showcasing his playmaking ability.
• Detroit Lions (2004 - 2006)
  • Signed with the Lions in 2004, furthering his NFL career.
  • Continued to demonstrate solid defensive skills, contributing to the team's secondary.
• Pittsburgh Steelers (2007 - 2008)
  • Joined the Steelers for the final two seasons of his NFL career.
  • Contributed to a team that was a perennial playoff contender.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Proven ability as a starting cornerback in the NFL, known for his coverage skills.
• Accumulated a total of 14 career interceptions and numerous passes defended.
• Part of a Steelers team that reached the playoffs during his tenure.

Post-NFL Career

After retiring from professional football, Fernando Bryant has remained active in various community and sports initiatives, though specific details about his post-NFL career activities are less documented.

Fernando Bryant is remembered for his contributions on the field and his role in the defensive backfields of the teams he played for.