Craig Stevens (American football) explained

Craig Stevens
Number:88
Position:Tight end
Birth Date:September 1, 1984
Birth Place:San Pedro, California, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:3
Weight Lbs:263
High School:Palos Verdes Peninsula
College:California
Draftyear:2008
Draftround:3
Draftpick:85
Pastteams:
Highlights:
Statlabel1:Receptions
Statvalue1:60
Statlabel2:Receiving yards
Statvalue2:724
Statlabel3:Receiving touchdowns
Statvalue3:6
Pfr:StevCr00

Craig Chase Stevens (born September 1, 1984) is a former American football tight end who played eight seasons for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Titans in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft.[1] He played college football at California.

Early life

Stevens attended Palos Verdes Peninsula High School in Rolling Hills Estates, California.[2]

Professional career

Stevens played for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL from 2008 to 2015. Throughout his career, he was mainly used as a blocking tight end and special teams player.

On February 18, 2016, Stevens re-signed with the Titans.[3] The Titans announced Stevens's retirement on August 23, 2016.[4] He finished his career with 60 receptions for 724 yards and six touchdowns.

Personal life

Craig has a younger brother, Eric, who played fullback for the St. Louis Rams. Jeff Fisher, who drafted Craig, picked up Eric as an undrafted free agent.

Craig is the cousin of American pole vaulter, Mike Tully, who won a silver in the 1984 Summer Olympics.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2008 NFL Draft Listing . 2023-05-12 . Pro-Football-Reference.com . en.
  2. Web site: NFL.com Player Page . May 7, 2008 . .
  3. Web site: Titans Re-sign Veteran Tight End Craig Stevens. February 18, 2016. Jim. Wyatt. August 23, 2016.
  4. Web site: NFL.com. Titans TE Craig Stevens to retire after eight seasons. Andie. Hagemann . August 23, 2016. August 23, 2016.