American football player (born 1981)
Jared Newberry (born April 11, 1981) is a former American football linebacker. He was also a member of the Washington Redskins, San Francisco 49ers, and New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Stanford University and was drafted in the 2005 NFL draft.[1]
Early life
While attending DeLaSalle High School (Minneapolis, Minnesota), Newberry starred in football, track and basketball. In football, he was a three-time All-Conference selection, and as a senior, was also a team captain. In basketball, he led his team to a state championship as a junior. In track, he excelled in shot put and discus.
Professional career
Drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 2005 draft,[2] Newberry went on to play both in the NFL and in NFL Europe.
Professionally
After retiring, Newberry enrolled at Howard University in the business school (2011–2012)[3] and graduated into a position in investment banking with Wells Fargo.
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