Matthew McChesney (born November 6, 1981) is a former

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guard in the

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(NFL). He was signed by the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2005. He played

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. McChesney has also played for the

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, Miami Dolphins and

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Professional career

St. Louis Rams

McChesney was signed by the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2005.

New York Jets

The

converted McChesney from a defensive lineman to a guard in the 2008 offseason.

Miami Dolphins

On November 7, 2008, the Miami Dolphins signed McChesney off their practice squad. He was placed on injured reserve on November 15 with a knee injury. On February 10, 2009, the Dolphins waived McChesney.

Denver Broncos

On February 12, 2009, McChesney signed with the

. He was placed on injured reserve on September 4.

Retirement

On May 20, 2010, McChesney announced his retirement from the NFL, following a freak golfing accident in April 2010.

References

External links

New York Jets bio
1981 births Living people Players of American football from Santa Cruz, California American football defensive tackles American football offensive guards Colorado Buffaloes football players St. Louis Rams players New York Jets players Frankfurt Galaxy players Miami Dolphins players Denver Broncos players {{Amfoot-bio-stub