Patrick James Alexander (born December 23, 1978) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2002. He played

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. Alexander has also played for the

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and

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College career

Alexander played for four seasons at

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, where he started 23 games at left tackle in his final two years.

Professional career

Denver Broncos

Alexander played for the

in , and was subsequently waived, and his attempts to make the team was chronicled in

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's book ''

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''.

Atlanta Falcons

In , Alexander joined the

, and made his first career start after two offensive linemen were hurt and suspended. However, the following week after the

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game, Alexander lost his starting job, and was waived in 2007.

Second stint with Broncos

In , after injuries to

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and Ben Hamilton, Alexander rejoined the Broncos.

Florida Tuskers

On August 17, 2009, Alexander was signed by the

of the United Football League.

Omaha Nighthawks

Alexander played for the

in .

References

External links

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1978 births Living people Players of American football from Springfield, Massachusetts Players of American football from Tallahassee, Florida American football offensive tackles American football offensive guards American football centers Syracuse Orange football players New Orleans Saints players Denver Broncos players Atlanta Falcons players Florida Tuskers players Omaha Nighthawks players Lincoln High School (Tallahassee, Florida) alumni 21st-century American sportsmen {{Offensive-lineman-1970s-stub