Jerious Norwood - Career Overview

Date of Birth: July 29, 1983

Position: Running Back (RB)

Career History

• Atlanta Falcons (2006-2010)
  • Drafted in the 3rd round (79th overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
  • Norwood quickly established himself as a valuable backup running back and special teams player.
  • Had a breakout performance in 2006, rushing for 633 yards and scoring 1 touchdown.
  • Notable for his speed and ability to break big runs, he recorded a career-long run of 78 yards in 2006.
  • Played a significant role in the Falcons' offense alongside starter Warrick Dunn.
  • In 2009, he recorded a career-best 1,109 all-purpose yards.
• St. Louis Rams (2011)
  • Signed with the Rams in July 2011, where he played a part in the team's running back rotation.
  • Appeared in 11 games during the season, contributing primarily as a backup.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Known for his speed and agility, making him a dangerous threat in the open field.
• Accumulated over 2,100 rushing yards and over 1,000 receiving yards during his NFL career.
• Recognized for his contributions on special teams throughout his career.

Post-NFL

After retiring from professional football, Jerious Norwood has remained involved in the sports community, participating in various charitable events and working with youth programs to promote sports and health.

Jerious Norwood's combination of speed, versatility, and contributions to his teams made him a notable player during his time in the NFL.