Garrett Reynolds (born July 1, 1987) is an American former professional

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. He played

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and is the nephew of former

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and

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linebacker Jack “Hacksaw” Reynolds.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Reynolds was selected by the

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in the fifth round, 156th overall, in the

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Detroit Lions (first stint)

On July 17, 2014, Reynolds was signed by the Lions. He was released on August 30, 2014, but was re-signed on September 10, 2014. He played in ten games, of which he started four, with the Lions in 2014.

St. Louis / Los Angeles Rams

Reynolds signed with the

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on March 18, 2015. He started 11 games for the Rams in 2015. On September 3, 2016, Reynolds was placed on injured reserve. He was later released from IR on September 9.

Detroit Lions (second stint)

On January 3, 2017, Reynolds was signed by the Lions.

References

External links

Detroit Lions bio

Atlanta Falcons bioNorth Carolina Tar Heels bio
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