Alex Carrington (born June 19, 1987) is a former

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. He was drafted by the Bills in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at

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. He has also played for the Buffalo Bills,

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, and Houston Texans.

High school

Carrington attended

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in his hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi. He recorded 84 tackles, six sacks and forced three fumbles as a senior, and was named to the all-region team. His only scholarship offer came from

, which he accepted.

College career

With the Red Wolves, Carrington was named the Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year following the 2008 season after he made 10.5 sacks and 19 tackles for loss in 12 games. In his senior season, he recorded 41 tackles, including 14.5 for loss, and nine sacks and three forced fumbles. He also returned a fumble 27 yards for a touchdown against

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. He completed his career with 21.5 sacks, which ranks second best in school history and fourth highest in conference history.

Professional career

NFL Draft

Carrington was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the third round (72nd overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft.

Buffalo Bills

On July 19, 2010, Carrington signed a four-year contract with the Bills. At the start of the 2011 Training Camp, Carrington was moved to Outside Linebacker. In 2012, Carrington blocked 4 kicks (3 field goals and an extra point) while playing special teams, a team record. In 2013, following an injury against the New York Jets, Carrington was placed on injured reserve, effectively ending his season.

St Louis Rams

On March 25, 2014, he was signed by the

Second stint with the Buffalo Bills

On May 5, 2015, Carrington re-signed with the Buffalo Bills. On November 30, 2015, he was placed on injured reserve.

Houston Texans

Carrington signed with the Texans. On August 23, 2016, Carrington was released by the Texans.

References

External links

St. Louis Rams bio

Buffalo Bills bio

Arkansas State Red Wolves bio
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