Brandon Deaderick

Brandon Augustus Deaderick, born on August 19, 1987, is an American former professional football defensive end. He played college football at the University of Alabama as part of the Alabama Crimson Tide team. Drafted by the New England Patriots in the seventh round (247th overall) of the 2010 NFL draft, he signed a four-year contract and made his debut with the Patriots. Deaderick attended Elizabethtown High School, where he excelled as a junior with 95 tackles and 22 sacks, earning all-state honors. As a senior, despite missing four games due to injury, he averaged ten tackles per game and recorded seven sacks, leading his team to their first state championship in 24 years. In college, Deaderick redshirted as a freshman in 2005. In 2006, he played in seven games with two tackles. By 2007, he started all 13 games, recording 22 tackles and two sacks. His junior year (2008) saw him start all 14 games with 36 tackles and four sacks. In his senior season (2009), despite being shot during a robbery attempt before the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game, he recovered to play in the national championship, where Alabama defeated Texas. In the NFL, Deaderick's rookie season included three starts and performances against notable teams like the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions. He faced suspension but was cleared, finishing with 10 tackles and two sacks. In subsequent seasons with the Patriots, Jaguars, Saints, Texans, and Bills, his contributions were limited by injuries and roster changes. After ending his playing career, Deaderick ...