Johnny Patrick
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Career Summary
Johnny Patrick was a Louisville cornerback selected by New Orleans in the 2011 NFL Draft.
Johnny Patrick played cornerback at Louisville before New Orleans selected him in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft.
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Early Life
Patrick was from DeLand, Florida.
Louisville listed Patrick's hometown as DeLand, Florida.
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High School
Patrick attended DeLand High School in Florida.
At DeLand High School, Patrick produced as a runner, receiver and returner before moving to cornerback at Louisville.
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College Career
Patrick developed into a four-year Louisville starter and All-Big East cornerback.
Patrick started 40 games at Louisville and earned first-team all-conference honors as a senior. He finished his career with nine interceptions and 22 pass deflections.
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Path to the NFL
New Orleans selected Patrick 88th overall in 2011.
The Saints selected Patrick with the 88th overall pick in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft.
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NFL Career
Patrick joined New Orleans after the 2011 draft.
Patrick agreed to terms and reported to Saints training camp as a member of the 2011 draft class.
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Career Accomplishments
Patrick ranked among the nation's leaders in passes defended as a Louisville senior.
As a senior, Patrick tied for first in the Big East and fifth nationally with 1.31 passes defended per game.
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Playing Style
Patrick offered feet, athleticism and special-teams value.
Saints coach Sean Payton cited Patrick's feet, athleticism, versatility and potential contribution in the kicking game.
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Legacy
Patrick helped Louisville improve its pass defense during his career.
Saints reporting credited Patrick with helping transform Louisville's secondary into one of the nation's better pass defenses by his senior season.
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