Dennis Haley Explained

Dennis Haley
Number:56, 58
Position:Linebacker
Birth Date:18 February 1982
Birth Place:Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:1
Weight Lbs:247
College:Virginia
Undraftedyear:2005
Pastteams:
Cfl-Archive:https://web.archive.org/web/20091006115411/http://www.cfl.ca/roster/show/id/2287

Dennis Haley (born February 18, 1982) is a former gridiron football linebacker. He most recently played for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was originally signed by the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL) as an undrafted free agent in 2005. He played college football at Virginia.

Haley has also played for the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers.

On March 15, 2010, Haley was acquired by the BC Lions from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in exchange for DB Jerome Dennis. He was later released before the start of the 2010 CFL season.

Early years

Haley was a standout player at Salem High School. He joined the varsity team at running back during his freshman season. Haley rushed for 3,762 yards and 63 touchdowns during his 4-year career. He also started at linebacker during his senior season. Haley helped lead Salem to three state championships (1996, 1998, 1999) and an overall record of 48–6. He also played on Salem's state championship basketball team in 1999.

Personal life

He dated former American Idol Kelly Clarkson.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dennis Haley . Pro Football Reference . 10 June 2024.