Tanner Ingle (born October 29, 1999) is an American professional

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for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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Early years

Ingle grew up in

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, and attended

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. In his high school career, he racked up nine interceptions and nine touchdowns. He was a team captain for his high school squad and was named first-team all-state. He would commit to play

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College career

Ingle played five years for the Wolfpack. During his time he posted 311 tackles, 23 being for a loss, 3 interceptions, 13 pass deflections, and 3 forced fumbles. His best season occurred during the 2021 season where he put up 82 tackles, 3.5 going for a loss, an interception, and 4 pass deflections. For his performance of the year he was named First-team All-

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(ACC). Ingle also had an outstanding senior year in 2022 where he posted 83 tackles, 8 going for a loss, 2 picks, and 2 pass deflections. He was named to the second team All-ACC for his performance on the year. On November 25, 2022, Ingle made an outstanding interception that helped the Wolfpack beat their

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Professional career

After not being selected in the

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, Ingle would sign with the

as an

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. He was waived on August 29, 2023 and re-signed to the

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. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 15, 2024. Ingle was waived by the Rams on August 27, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 20, 2025.

Personal life

He is married to Emma Ingle, also a graduate of NC State. The two welcomed a daughter, Georgia Renee Ingle in January 2024.

References

External links

Los Angeles Rams bio

North Carolina State Wolfpack bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Ingle, Tanner 1999 births Living people American football safeties Dr. Phillips High School alumni NC State Wolfpack football players Los Angeles Rams players Players of American football from Orlando, Florida