Joe Anderson
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Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | CHI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Summary
Joe Anderson was a Texas Southern wide receiver who signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted rookie in 2012. He played nine NFL games over the 2012 and 2013 seasons, principally contributing on special teams.
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Early Life
Anderson was from Texarkana, Texas.
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High School
Anderson attended Texas High School in Texarkana, Texas before playing at Texas Southern.
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College Career
Anderson was a Texas Southern wide receiver. A 2011 SWAC preview listed him with 56 receptions for 818 yards and two touchdowns.
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Path to the NFL
Undrafted in 2012, Anderson signed with Chicago and was initially placed on the Bears practice squad after training camp. The Bears elevated him to the 53-man roster in December.
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NFL Career
Anderson appeared in nine games with the Bears: three in 2012 and six in 2013. He did not record a reception, but returned five kickoffs for 82 yards in 2013 and made three special-teams tackles.
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Career Accomplishments
Anderson earned his NFL opportunity as an undrafted player and made Chicago's active roster in each of his first two seasons. In the 2013 preseason finale, he caught four passes for 64 yards and a touchdown against Cleveland.
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Playing Style
Anderson was a wide receiver who provided special-teams value as a coverage player and kick returner. Bears coach Marc Trestman praised his strong hands, ability to get open in tight coverage, and special-teams contributions. NFL.com listed him at 6-foot-1 and 196 pounds.
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Legacy
Anderson's professional path illustrates the importance of special teams for undrafted receivers: Chicago promoted him after extensive practice-squad work, and he remained a contributor through his second season.
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