Cody Glenn (born October 6, 1986) is an American former professional

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in the

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(NFL). He was selected by the

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in the fifth round of the

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. He played

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at the

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. Glenn was also a member of the

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and

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Early life

Glenn played

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at Rusk High School. He was originally a

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who only switched to linebacker in his 4th year at Nebraska. In his four years in high school, he rushed for 6,353 yards and 87 touchdowns. His total rushing yards rank eighth in Texas Class 3A history and 27th overall in the entire state of Texas.

College career

In 2008 Glenn moved from running back to linebacker and in nine games, he racked up 51

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, including six tackles for loss and four pass breakups. In 2007, he played in five games and finished with 27 carries for 78 yards and also finished the year with six catches for 52 yards. In 2006, he gained 370 yards and scored a team-high eight touchdowns. In 2005, he was as a short-yardage back and finished with 131 yards and four touchdowns on 45 carries.

Professional career

Washington Redskins

Glenn was selected by the

in the fifth round, with the 158th overall pick, in the

. The Redskins waived him on September 5, 2009.

Indianapolis Colts

On September 6, 2009, Glenn was claimed off waivers by the

. The team waived him on September 15, but signed him to the practice squad two days later.

Baltimore Ravens

Glenn signed a

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with

on January 26, 2012. He was waived by the team on June 13.

Personal life

Glenn did a promotional video for Trinity Mother Frances Health System, where he had both shoulders surgically repaired from dislocations during his high school career.

References

External links

Nebraska Cornhuskers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Glenn, Cody 1986 births Living people People from Rusk, Texas Players of American football from Cherokee County, Texas American football linebackers Nebraska Cornhuskers football players Washington Redskins players Indianapolis Colts players Baltimore Ravens players