John Carlson
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Position: TE
Jersey #: 89
Date of Birth: May 12, 1984
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 248 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 38 in 2008 by SEA
First Team: SEA (2008)
Last Team: ARZ (2014)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | ARI | 16 | 33 | 55 | 350 | 1 | 143 | 17 | 0 | 43 |
| 2013 | MIN | 13 | 32 | 47 | 344 | 1 | 153 | 19 | 0 | 40 |
| 2012 | MIN | 9 | 8 | 14 | 43 | 0 | 18 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2010 | SEA | 14 | 31 | 58 | 318 | 1 | 128 | 12 | 0 | 38 |
| 2009 | SEA | 16 | 51 | 83 | 574 | 7 | 280 | 27 | 0 | 99 |
| 2008 | SEA | 15 | 55 | 55 | 627 | 5 | 227 | 36 | 0 | 93 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
John Carlson - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: May 12, 1984Position: Tight End (TE)
Career Timeline
- Seattle Seahawks (2008-2010)
- Drafted in the 2nd round (38th overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft.
- Played in 16 games during his rookie season, recording 55 receptions for 627 yards and 5 touchdowns.
- Named to the NFL All-Rookie Team in 2008.
- Minnesota Vikings (2011-2012)
- Signed with the Vikings in March 2011.
- Played in 16 games in 2012, contributing with 40 receptions for 387 yards and 1 touchdown.
- Arizona Cardinals (2013-2014)
- Signed with the Cardinals prior to the 2013 season.
- Played in 9 games in 2013, but injuries limited his contributions.
- Retired from professional football after the 2014 season.
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Known for his reliable hands and route-running ability as a tight end.
- Recorded a career-high of 58 receptions in the 2009 season.
- Had a notable touchdown catch in the 2009 NFC Wild Card game against the Green Bay Packers.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from the NFL, Carlson has been involved in various philanthropic efforts and community service.
- He has also pursued opportunities in sports broadcasting and coaching.
John Carlson's career is marked by his strong start with the Seattle Seahawks and his ability to adapt and contribute to multiple teams in the NFL.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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