Nate Menkin
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Career Summary
Nate Menkin was an offensive tackle from Mary Hardin-Baylor who signed with Houston as an undrafted rookie in 2012 and then spent that season on Philadelphia's roster.
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College Career
Menkin played four seasons at Division III Mary Hardin-Baylor, where the Crusaders went 48-6, won or shared four American Southwest Conference championships, and reached the national quarterfinals twice. He played both right and left tackle during his senior season.
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Path to the NFL
Undrafted in 2012, Menkin signed with Houston as a rookie free agent on May 14. The Texans released him at final cuts, and Philadelphia claimed him off waivers the next day.
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NFL Career
Menkin was listed on Philadelphia's 2012 roster after the waiver claim. The Eagles placed him on injured reserve with a throat injury on December 8, 2012.
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Career Accomplishments
Menkin earned AFCA All-America honors as a Mary Hardin-Baylor senior and was named American Southwest Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year.
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Playing Style
Menkin played both tackle spots at Mary Hardin-Baylor and was listed by Philadelphia as both a tackle and a guard. NFL.com listed him at 6-foot-5 and 300 pounds.
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Legacy
Menkin became only the second Mary Hardin-Baylor player to sign an NFL contract, following linebacker Jerrell Freeman. His college teams' sustained success and his All-America recognition made him a notable Crusaders lineman.
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