Khalif Barnes - Career Overview

Date of Birth: April 21, 1982

College: University of Washington

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Career History

• Jacksonville Jaguars (2005-2008)
  • Drafted in the 4th round of the 2005 NFL Draft (105th overall).
  • Played primarily as a right tackle and participated in 36 games, starting in 16 of them during his tenure.
• Oakland Raiders (2009-2013)
  • Joined the Raiders where he became a versatile lineman, playing multiple positions on the offensive line.
  • Started in 48 games over five seasons, contributing to the offensive line's performance.
• New Orleans Saints (2014)
  • Spent a brief period with the Saints, providing depth to their offensive line.
  • Played in 4 games during the 2014 season.
• Arizona Cardinals (2015-2017)
  • Signed by the Cardinals and continued to provide experience and depth to the offensive line.
  • Participated in 12 games in his final season in 2017.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Known for his versatility on the offensive line, able to play multiple positions effectively.
• Contributed to the success of the teams he played for, particularly in run blocking and providing protection for quarterbacks.
• Played in a total of 100 regular-season games throughout his NFL career.

Khalif Barnes retired from professional football after the 2017 season, leaving behind a legacy as a reliable offensive lineman who played an important role on several teams during his career.