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{{Short description|American gridiron football player (born 1990)}}
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{{Infobox NFL player
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{{Infobox NFL biography
| image = AkeemShavers.jpg
| image = AkeemShavers.jpg
| image_size =
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| alt =
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| caption = Akeem Shavers during the 2012 season.
| caption = Akeem Shavers during the 2012 season.
| current_team = Free agent
| current_team =
| number = --
| number = --
| position = [[Running back]]
| position = [[Running back]]
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1990|1|8|mf=yes}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1990|1|8|mf=yes}}
| birth_place = [[Texarkana, Texas]]
| birth_place = [[Texarkana, Texas]], U.S.
| death_date =
| death_date =
| death_place =
| death_place =
| height_ft = 5
| height_ft = 5
| height_in = 11
| height_in = 11
| weight_lbs = 203
| weight_lbs = 203
| high_school = [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater (TX)]]
| high_school = [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater (TX)]]
| college = [[Purdue Boilermakers football|Purdue]]
| college = [[Purdue Boilermakers football|Purdue]]
| undraftedyear = 2013
| undraftedyear = 2013
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* [[Ottawa RedBlacks]] ({{CFL Year|2015}})*
* [[Ottawa RedBlacks]] ({{CFL Year|2015}})*
* [[Edmonton Eskimos]] ({{CFL Year|2015}}–{{CFL Year|2016}})
* [[Edmonton Eskimos]] ({{CFL Year|2015}}–{{CFL Year|2016}})
| pastteamsnote = yes
| status =
| status =
| highlights =
| highlights =
* [[Grey Cup]] champion ([[103rd Grey Cup|2015]])
* [[Grey Cup]] champion ([[103rd Grey Cup|2015]])
* 2nd Team [[Southwest Junior College Football Conference]] (2010)
* 2nd Team [[Southwest Junior College Football Conference]] (2010)
* [[2011 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl]] MVP
* [[2011 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl]] MVP
}}
}}
'''Akeem Arta Shavers''' (born January 8, 1990) is an [[American football]] [[running back]] who most recently was a member of the [[Edmonton Eskimos]]. Shavers played [[college football]] at [[Purdue Boilermakers football|Purdue]].
'''Akeem Arta Shavers''' (born January 8, 1990) is a former [[American football]] [[running back]]. Shavers played [[college football]] at [[Purdue Boilermakers football|Purdue]].


==Early life==
==Early life==
Shavers attended [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater High School]] in [[Redwater, Texas]]. As a member of the football team, Shavers didn't move to the running back position until he was a senior. He competed in five games amassing 1118 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns before being sidelined with a season ending injury.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/2012/01/04/something-to-celebrate-249990.php |archive-url=https://archive.is/20130630103222/http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/2012/01/04/something-to-celebrate-249990.php |dead-url=yes |archive-date=June 30, 2013 |title=Something to celebrate |date=January 4, 2012 |author=Josh Richert |accessdate=April 30, 2013 }}</ref>
Shavers was born to Catena Shavers and Jamie Duncan. He attended [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater High School]] in [[Redwater, Texas]]. As a member of the football team, Shavers didn't move to the running back position until he was a senior. He competed in five games amassing 1118 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns before being sidelined with a season ending injury.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/2012/01/04/something-to-celebrate-249990.php |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130630103222/http://www.texarkanagazette.com/news/2012/01/04/something-to-celebrate-249990.php |url-status=dead |archive-date=June 30, 2013 |title=Something to celebrate |date=January 4, 2012 |author=Josh Richert |accessdate=April 30, 2013 }}</ref>


==College career==
==College career==
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===Tyler J.C.===
===Tyler J.C.===
In 2009, Shavers transferred [[Tyler Junior College]] in [[Tyler, Texas]].<ref name=home /> During the 2009 season at Tyler, Shavers redshirted due to his coach missing the out-of-state/transfer list.<ref name=apache /> With the starting running back spot belonging to Don Brown, Shavers was worked out at defensive back just to get on the field. Shavers played in 6 of the Apaches 8 games during the 2010 season, receiving only 50 carries and 4 touchdowns as the backup running back.<ref name=apache /> Shavers productive season at Tyler netted him 2nd Team All-Conference honors.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.region14athletics.org/2010%20All-SWJCFC%20Team.pdf |title=2010 Southwest Junior College Football Conference All-Conference Team |year=2010 |work=www.region14athletics.org |accessdate=May 1, 2013 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130616032022/http://www.region14athletics.org/2010%20All-SWJCFC%20Team.pdf |archivedate=June 16, 2013 }}</ref>
In 2009, Shavers transferred [[Tyler Junior College]] in [[Tyler, Texas]].<ref name=home /> During the 2009 season at Tyler, Shavers redshirted due to his coach missing the out-of-state/transfer list.<ref name=apache /> With the starting running back spot belonging to Don Brown, Shavers was worked out at defensive back just to get on the field. Shavers played in 6 of the Apaches 8 games during the 2010 season, receiving only 50 carries and 4 touchdowns as the backup running back.<ref name=apache /> Shavers productive season at Tyler netted him 2nd Team All-Conference honors.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.region14athletics.org/2010%20All-SWJCFC%20Team.pdf |title=2010 Southwest Junior College Football Conference All-Conference Team |year=2010 |work=www.region14athletics.org |accessdate=May 1, 2013 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130616032022/http://www.region14athletics.org/2010%20All-SWJCFC%20Team.pdf |archivedate=June 16, 2013 }}</ref>


{{College athlete recruit start|40=yes|collapse=no|year=2011}}
{{College athlete recruit start|40=yes|collapse=no|year=2011}}
{{College athlete recruit entry
{{College athlete recruit entry
| recruit = Akeem Shavers
| recruit = Akeem Shavers
| position = [[Running Back|RB]]
| position = [[Running back|RB]]
| hometown = Texarkana, Texas
| hometown = Texarkana, Texas
| highschool = [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater High School]]
| highschool = [[Redwater Independent School District|Redwater High School]]
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| scout s = 180
| scout s = 180
| espn schoolid = 2509
| espn schoolid = 2509
| scout overall = JC ([[Running Back|RB]])
| scout overall = JC ([[Running back|RB]])
| rivals overall = – (RB), – ([[Texas|TX]])
| rivals overall = – (RB), – ([[Texas|TX]])
| espn overall = – (RB)
| espn overall = – (RB)
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===Purdue===
===Purdue===
Shavers committed to [[Purdue University]] on December 6, 2010. Shavers was not heavily recruited, and as Purdue was the first [[Football Bowl Subdivision|FBS]] scholarship offer he received. Which brought on a stream of offers from other FBS and FCS programs.
Shavers committed to [[Purdue University]] on December 6, 2010. Shavers was not heavily recruited, and as Purdue was the first [[NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision|FBS]] scholarship offer he received. Which brought on a stream of offers from other FBS and FCS programs.


===Statistics===
===Statistics===
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" id="Table3"
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center" id="Table3"
|-
|-
! colspan=2 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #fff #aaa #fff" | &#160;
! colspan=2 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #fff #aaa #fff" | &nbsp;
! rowspan=99 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #aaa" | &#160;
! rowspan=99 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #aaa" | &nbsp;
! colspan=5 | Rushing
! colspan=5 | Rushing
! rowspan=99 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #aaa" | &#160;
! rowspan=99 style="background:#fff; border-color:#fff #aaa" | &nbsp;
! colspan=3 | Receiving
! colspan=3 | Receiving
|-
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|-
|
|
| Career Totals
| Career totals
| 406
| 406
| 2,075
| 2,075
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===Tampa Bay Buccaneers===
===Tampa Bay Buccaneers===
On April 29, 2013, Akeem Shavers was signed as an undrafted free agent by the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buccaneers.com/news/article-1/Epilogue-to-a-Draft-Bucs-Add-13-Undrafted-Free-Agents/7146aa56-30d3-4404-ba64-0438e2db393e|title=Epilogue to a Draft: Bucs Add 13 Undrafted Free Agents|accessdate=2012-04-29}}</ref> He was released on May 6, 2013.
On April 29, 2013, Akeem Shavers was signed as an undrafted free agent by the [[Tampa Bay Buccaneers]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buccaneers.com/news/article-1/Epilogue-to-a-Draft-Bucs-Add-13-Undrafted-Free-Agents/7146aa56-30d3-4404-ba64-0438e2db393e|title=Epilogue to a Draft: Bucs Add 13 Undrafted Free Agents|accessdate=April 29, 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150923195023/http://www.buccaneers.com/news/article-1/Epilogue-to-a-Draft-Bucs-Add-13-Undrafted-Free-Agents/7146aa56-30d3-4404-ba64-0438e2db393e|archive-date=September 23, 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref> He was released on May 6, 2013.


===New England Patriots===
===New England Patriots===
On May 7, Shavers was claimed off waivers by the [[New England Patriots]]. And then later released.
On May 7, Shavers was claimed off waivers by the [[New England Patriots]]. And then later released.


===Edmonton Eskimos===
In addition to playing professionally, Shavers spends his time mentoring and guiding younger athletes through the recruiting process.
Shavers signed with the [[Edmonton Eskimos]] of the [[Canadian Football League]] (CFL) in early spring of 2015. He spent his first few weeks on the team's practice squad and was later activated as a cornerback where he ultimately made the active roster. Due to injuries in the Edmonton backfield, Shavers was moved back to running back where he was able to contribute to the championship season.


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.buccaneers.com/team-and-stats/roster/Akeem-Shavers/a5b61c2d-53e6-4bb9-b525-92532d27a79a Tampa Bay Buccaneers bio]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20130503093902/http://www.buccaneers.com/team-and-stats/roster/Akeem-Shavers/a5b61c2d-53e6-4bb9-b525-92532d27a79a Tampa Bay Buccaneers bio]
*[http://www.purduesports.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/akeem_shavers_748290.html Purdue Boilermakers bio]
*[http://www.purduesports.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/akeem_shavers_748290.html Purdue Boilermakers bio]


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Latest revision as of 18:24, 27 May 2024

Akeem Shavers
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Akeem Shavers during the 2012 season.
Personal information
Born: (1990-01-08) January 8, 1990 (age 34)
Texarkana, Texas, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:203 lb (92 kg)
Career information
High school:Redwater (TX)
College:Purdue
Position:Running back
Undrafted:2013
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards

Akeem Arta Shavers (born January 8, 1990) is a former American football running back. Shavers played college football at Purdue.

Early life

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Shavers was born to Catena Shavers and Jamie Duncan. He attended Redwater High School in Redwater, Texas. As a member of the football team, Shavers didn't move to the running back position until he was a senior. He competed in five games amassing 1118 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns before being sidelined with a season ending injury.[1]

College career

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Independence C.C.

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After high school, Shavers attended Independence Community College in Independence, Kansas where he played football.[2] Shavers ran for just 235-yards on 64 carries with two touchdowns.[3] With the staff at Independence making changes after the 2008 season, Shavers decided to transfer.[3]

Tyler J.C.

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In 2009, Shavers transferred Tyler Junior College in Tyler, Texas.[2] During the 2009 season at Tyler, Shavers redshirted due to his coach missing the out-of-state/transfer list.[3] With the starting running back spot belonging to Don Brown, Shavers was worked out at defensive back just to get on the field. Shavers played in 6 of the Apaches 8 games during the 2010 season, receiving only 50 carries and 4 touchdowns as the backup running back.[3] Shavers productive season at Tyler netted him 2nd Team All-Conference honors.[4]

College recruiting information
Name Hometown High school / college Height Weight 40‡ Commit date
Akeem Shavers
RB 		Texarkana, Texas Redwater High School 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) 200 lb (91 kg) 4.5 Dec 6, 2010 
Star ratings: Scout:2/5 stars   Rivals:2/5 stars   247Sports: N/A    ESPN grade: NR
Overall recruiting rankings: Scout: JC (RB)   Rivals: – (RB), – (TX)  ESPN: – (RB)
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Purdue Football Commitment List". Rivals.com. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  • "Purdue College Football Recruiting Commits". Scout.com. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  • "ESPN". ESPN.com. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  • "Scout.com Team Recruiting Rankings". Scout.com. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  • "2011 Team Ranking". Rivals.com. Retrieved April 30, 2013.

Purdue

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Shavers committed to Purdue University on December 6, 2010. Shavers was not heavily recruited, and as Purdue was the first FBS scholarship offer he received. Which brought on a stream of offers from other FBS and FCS programs.

Statistics

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    Rushing   Receiving
Season Team Att Yds Avg TD Long Rec Yds TD
2008 Independence 64 235 3.7 2 n/a 2 13 0
2010 Tyler 50 450 9.0 3 80 2 1 0
JUCO Totals 114 685 6.0 5 80 4 14 0
2011 Purdue 111 519 4.7 6 44 5 58 1
2012 Purdue 181 871 4.8 6 40 18 370 3
Purdue Totals 292 1,390 4.8 12 44 23 428 4
Career totals 406 2,075 5.1 17 80 25 442 4

Professional career

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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On April 29, 2013, Akeem Shavers was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.[5] He was released on May 6, 2013.

New England Patriots

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On May 7, Shavers was claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots. And then later released.

Edmonton Eskimos

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Shavers signed with the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League (CFL) in early spring of 2015. He spent his first few weeks on the team's practice squad and was later activated as a cornerback where he ultimately made the active roster. Due to injuries in the Edmonton backfield, Shavers was moved back to running back where he was able to contribute to the championship season.

References

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  1. ^ Josh Richert (January 4, 2012). "Something to celebrate". Archived from the original on June 30, 2013. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  2. ^ a b John Henry (December 31, 2012). "Texan Akeem Shavers finds home, success on and off field with Purdue". www.star-telegram.com. Star-Telegram. Retrieved April 30, 2013.
  3. ^ a b c d "Shavers Makes Most Of Opportunity". www.apacheathletics.com. Tyler Junior College Athletics. December 29, 2011. Retrieved May 1, 2013.
  4. ^ "2010 Southwest Junior College Football Conference All-Conference Team" (PDF). www.region14athletics.org. 2010. Archived from the original (PDF) on June 16, 2013. Retrieved May 1, 2013.
  5. ^ "Epilogue to a Draft: Bucs Add 13 Undrafted Free Agents". Archived from the original on September 23, 2015. Retrieved April 29, 2012.
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