Casey Tucker Explained

Casey Tucker
Position:Offensive tackle
Birth Date:26 September 1995
Birth Place:Chandler, Arizona, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:6
Weight Lb:315
High School:Hamilton
(Chandler, Arizona)
College:Stanford
Arizona State
Undraftedyear:2019
Pastteams:
Statlabel1:Games played
Statvalue1:1
Statlabel2:Games started
Pfr:TuckCa00

Casey Shane Tucker (born September 26, 1995) is an American football offensive tackle who is a free agent. He played college football at Stanford and Arizona State.[1] [2]

Early life and education

Casey Tucker was born on September 26, 1995, in Chandler, Arizona. He grew up in Gilbert, Arizona before attending Hamilton High School. While at Hamilton, Tucker participated in the 2013 Under Armour All-American Game, and was also invited to the 2014 U.S. Army All-American game. He was later a four-star recruit to Stanford.[3] In his freshman season at Stanford, he played in five games. He played in 14 games the next season as the team's starting right tackle. He played in 8 games the following year, the first two at right tackle and the final six at left. He transferred to Arizona State for his senior year.[4] [5] In October of his senior year, he started in a game against his former team, Stanford.[6] He was selected as an honorable mention all-PAC 12 following the season.[7]

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

After going unselected in the 2019 NFL draft, Tucker signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent following a successful mini-camp.[8] [9] [10] He was released at roster cuts.

Detroit Lions

Tucker was signed to the practice squad of the Detroit Lions on October 30, 2019. He was released in November but signed again in December.[11] He signed a reserve/future contract on December 30. Tucker was waived on April 27, 2020.

Philadelphia Eagles (second stint)

On April 28, 2020, Tucker was signed back to the Eagles off waivers.[12] He was waived on August 23, 2020.[13] He signed to their practice squad on December 21, 2020.[14] On January 4, 2021, he was released for the third time.

Indianapolis Colts

He signed with the Indianapolis Colts on January 11, 2021.[15] Tucker was released on April 29, 2021.

Philadelphia Eagles (third stint)

He was signed for the fourth time by the Eagles on May 18, 2021.[16] He was waived/injured on August 17, 2021, and was placed on injured reserve.[17] He was released on August 25, 2021. He re-signed with the Eagles practice squad on September 29, 2021.[18] He was released from the practice squad on October 20, 2021.[19]

Denver Broncos

On November 9, 2021, Tucker was signed to the Denver Broncos practice squad.[20] He was released on December 21, 2021.[21]

Philadelphia Eagles (fourth stint)

On December 23, 2021, Tucker was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad. He made his NFL debut against the Dallas Cowboys in week 18.

Denver Broncos (second stint)

On January 20, 2022, Tucker signed a reserve/future contract with the Denver Broncos.[22] He was waived/injured on August 23, 2022 and placed on injured reserve.[23] He was waived on May 11, 2023.[24]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: ASUDevils - There is no place like home for Casey Tucker. arizonastate.rivals.com. 31 January 2018 .
  2. Web site: 'Strong' 315-Pounder Visits Eagles, New Starter at Right Tackle. Mike. Greger. December 18, 2020.
  3. Web site: Casey Tucker to Stanford: Cardinal Land 4-Star OT Prospect. Tim. Keeney. Bleacher Report.
  4. Web site: Former Hamilton HS and Stanford offensive lineman Casey Tucker signs with Arizona State. Jordan. Kaye. February 7, 2018. House of Sparky.
  5. Web site: Arizona State lands interior lineman Casey Tucker from Stanford. January 30, 2018. Arizona Sports.
  6. Web site: ASU offensive lineman Casey Tucker will take on former team Stanford. Jeff. Metcalfe. The Arizona Republic.
  7. Web site: Casey Tucker - Football. Arizona State University Athletics.
  8. Web site: Eagles sign undrafted OT Casey Tucker after successful tryout. RSN. 22 May 2019 .
  9. Web site: 3 Thoughts on new Philadelphia Eagles OT Casey Tucker. May 22, 2019.
  10. Web site: Eagles Sign Undrafted OT Casey Tucker After Successful Tryout. 22 May 2019 .
  11. Web site: Lions sign LB Anthony Pittman to active roster. www.detroitlions.com.
  12. Web site: Eagles claim Casey Tucker from Lions, bring him back to Philadelphia. RSN. 28 April 2020 .
  13. Web site: Casey Tucker Stats. Pro-Football-Reference.com.
  14. Web site: Eagles sign T Casey Tucker to the practice squad. www.philadelphiaeagles.com.
  15. Web site: Colts Sign T Casey Tucker To Reserve/Future Contract. www.colts.com.
  16. Web site: Philadelphia Eagles sign OT Casey Tucker to a deal. May 18, 2021.
  17. Web site: Eagles waive RB Kerryon Johnson, C Luke Juriga, and T Casey Tucker with an injury designation. McPherson, Chris. PhiladelphiaEagles.com. August 17, 2021.
  18. News: Bowman, Paul . Eagles Promote Sua Opeta To 53-Man Roster, Bring Back Familiar Face . SportsTalkPhilly.com . September 29, 2021 . September 29, 2021.
  19. Web site: October 20, 2021. Eagles announce 2 more roster moves ahead of Week 7 vs. Raiders. live. October 20, 2021. Eagles Wire. en-US. https://web.archive.org/web/20211020160930/https://theeagleswire.usatoday.com/lists/eagles-announce-2-more-roster-moves-ahead-of-week-7-vs-raiders/ . 2021-10-20 .
  20. Broncos Add OT Casey Tucker, ILB Avery Williamson to Practice Squad. Sports Illustrated. November 9, 2021. Kelberman, Zack.
  21. Web site: Broncos activate RB Mike Boone from Reserve/COVID-19 list, place FB/TE Andrew Beck on IR. DiLalla, Aric. DenverBroncos.com. December 21, 2021.
  22. Web site: Broncos sign T Casey Tucker to future contract. DiLalla, Aric. DenverBroncos.com. January 20, 2022.
  23. Web site: Broncos trim roster to reach 80-player limit. DiLalla, Aric. DenverBroncos.com. August 23, 2022.
  24. Web site: Minor NFL Transactions: 5/11/23. Pro Football Rumors. Levine, Ben. May 11, 2023.