Kevin Rutland
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Career Summary
Kevin Rutland was a Missouri defensive back who played in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Rutland developed as a Missouri defensive back before signing with Jacksonville as an undrafted free agent and playing for the Jaguars across the 2011 and 2012 seasons.
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Early Life
Rutland was from Houston, Texas.
Missouri's official biography lists Rutland's hometown as Houston, Texas, and identifies North Shore High School as his school.
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High School
Rutland played defensive back, wide receiver, and quarterback at North Shore High School.
Missouri reported that Rutland helped North Shore to an undefeated regular season and a state-playoff appearance as a senior. He earned second-team all-district honors and had also been his team's MVP as a junior quarterback.
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College Career
Rutland played in 52 games as a Missouri defensive back from 2007 through 2010.
After redshirting in 2006, Rutland contributed on special teams and defense before becoming a 2009 starter. Missouri credited him with 120 career tackles, six interceptions, and five sacks.
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Path to the NFL
Rutland signed with Jacksonville as an undrafted free agent in 2011.
NFL.com's 2011 undrafted free-agent signing list includes Rutland, a Missouri cornerback, among Jacksonville's additions.
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NFL Career
Rutland appeared in 27 games for the Jaguars in 2011 and 2012.
NFL.com credits Rutland with 14 games, 20 tackles, and an interception in 2011, followed by 13 games and eight tackles in 2012. His NFL totals were 28 tackles and one interception.
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Career Accomplishments
Rutland earned honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition at Missouri in 2009 and recorded an NFL interception as a rookie.
Missouri listed Rutland as an honorable mention All-Big 12 selection in 2009. NFL.com credits him with one interception during his 2011 Jaguars season.
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Playing Style
Rutland played defensive back and contributed on special teams before becoming a starting college cornerback.
Missouri described Rutland as a fast and dependable secondary player who began his career in reserve and special-teams roles. NFL.com's 2011 prospect tracker projected him as a backup corner with special-teams coverage value.
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Legacy
Rutland's documented career milestones include Missouri all-conference recognition and two NFL seasons with Jacksonville.
His progression from Missouri special-teams contributor to all-conference cornerback preceded 27 Jaguars appearances over two NFL seasons.
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