Mike Cox


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Position: FB
Jersey #: 42
Date of Birth: July 11, 1985
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 252 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2008 by
First Team: KC (2008)
Last Team: ATL (2012)

Career Summary

Mike Cox was a Georgia Tech fullback who played five NFL seasons with Kansas City and Atlanta.

Cox played fullback at Georgia Tech before appearing for Kansas City and Atlanta from 2008 through 2012.

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Early Life

Cox is from Lewisberry, Pennsylvania.

Georgia Tech listed Cox's hometown as Lewisberry, Pennsylvania.

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College Career

Cox was a two-year starter and a key blocker for Georgia Tech's running game.

Georgia Tech described Cox as a two-year starter and one of the nation's top fullbacks. In 2006, he was a key blocker for an offense that ranked second in the ACC in rushing.

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NFL Career

Cox played 56 NFL games, recording three rushing yards, one rushing touchdown and 27 receptions.

NFL statistics credit Cox with 56 regular-season games, four carries for three yards and one touchdown, plus 27 receptions for 155 yards. He played for Kansas City from 2008 through 2010 and Atlanta in 2011 and 2012.

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Playing Style

Cox was a physical fullback valued for blocking, versatility and receiving skill.

Georgia Tech described Cox as a big, bruising runner and blocker with good receiving skills. His college role included leading the way for running backs, protecting the quarterback and occasionally lining up at tight end.

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Legacy

Cox exemplified the fullback role in Georgia Tech's successful 2006 offense.

Cox said he took pride in helping Georgia Tech's running game succeed, even though his work rarely drew headlines.

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21908, 00-0026033, 1985-07-11, Mike Cox, Michael, Cox

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