Justin Bethel - Career Overview

Date of Birth: June 17, 1990
College: Presbyterian College
Position: Defensive Back (DB)

Career Timeline

• Arizona Cardinals (2012-2017)
  • Drafted in the 6th round of the 2012 NFL Draft.
  • Known for his exceptional special teams play and defensive skills.
  • Selected as a Pro Bowl player in 2013 and 2015.
  • Earned First-team All-Pro honors in 2013.
• Atlanta Falcons (2018)
  • Joined the Falcons and continued to contribute primarily on special teams.
• New England Patriots (2019)
  • Signed by the Patriots, adding depth to their secondary and special teams.
• Arizona Cardinals (2020-2021)
  • Returned to the Cardinals to provide veteran leadership and experience.
• Miami Dolphins (2023)
  • Signed with the Dolphins to bolster their defensive backfield.

Highlights & Accomplishments

• 2× Pro Bowl Selection (2013, 2015)
• 1× First-team All-Pro (2013)
• Recognized for his outstanding contributions on special teams throughout his career.
• Notable for his speed and agility, making key plays in coverage and on special teams.
• Demonstrated versatility by playing various roles in the defensive backfield.

Additional Information

Justin Bethel has built a reputation as a reliable defensive back and special teams player over his career in the NFL. Despite being a lesser-known player, his accomplishments, especially in special teams, have made him a valuable asset to the teams he has played for.