Ryan Marcus Powdrell (born December 20, 1983) is a former

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fullback. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2007. He played college football at

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, and was also a member of the

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, and

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Early years

Prior to his HS days Ryan played on some talented Pop Warner teams as a tailback, corner, and punter. Having played numerous positions started but did not stop in his youth days. Powdrell prepped at powerhouse

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where he graduated in 2002 playing Middle Linebacker & Fullback. He helped lead Mission Viejo to their first of four consecutive CIF-SS Championship game appearances in his senior season (2001) an 18-9 win over Chino High School. Powdrell also prepped with fellow Trojans

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and

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College career

Powdrell played college football at the

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after transferring from

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in Mission Viejo, California. Switched from linebacker to fullback before his first season with USC, Powdrell rushed for 9 yards on 2 carries, and caught 4 passes for 72 yards and a touchdown in

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' 2006 season opening 50-14 win against the

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but suffered a season-ending injury early in the second game against Nebraska.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

After going undrafted in the 2007 NFL Draft, Powdrell signed with the

on May 4, 2007. He spent his rookie season on injured reserve. Powdrell was released by the Packers on August 25, 2008.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Powdrell was signed to the practice squad of the

on October 15, 2008. He was released on October 22.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Powdrell was signed by the

on February 12, 2009. He was released on June 18, 2009.

Seattle Seahawks

Powdrell signed with the

on April 15, 2010. Powdrell was released on August 7, 2010 due to a calf injury he sustained in practice.

Omaha Nighthawks

Powdrell was signed by the

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of the United Football League on September 2, 2010, but was released by the Nighthawks the next day after Powdrell re-injured his calf.

Personal life

Powdrell currently resides in

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with his wife Taryn, and their two daughters, Rhylen and Kamara. Powdrell currently plays for the

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, a premier semi-pro football team based out of

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. Powdrell led Taunton to the 2010 Eastern Football League Championship with a 32-21 victory over the Clinton Irish Blizzard. Powdrell led Taunton back to the EFL Championship Game in 2011, but were defeated 20-9 by their neighboring rival, the

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. The Middleboro Cobras are considered a powerhouse football team, and are viewed as one of the best semi-pro football organizations in the country.

References

External links

USC Trojans bioGreen Bay Packers bioTampa Bay Buccaneers bioPittsburgh Steelers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Powdrell, Ryan 1983 births Living people Players of American football from New Mexico Players of American football from California American football linebackers American football fullbacks USC Trojans football players Green Bay Packers players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Pittsburgh Steelers players Seattle Seahawks players Sportspeople from Mission Viejo, California