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'''Drayton Florence, Jr.''' (born December 19, 1980) is a former [[American football]] [[cornerback]] who played eleven seasons in the [[National Football League]] (NFL). He was selected by the [[San Diego Chargers]] in the second round of the [[2003 NFL Draft]]. He played [[college football]] at [[University of Tennessee at Chattanooga|Tennessee-Chattanooga]] and [[Tuskegee University|Tuskegee]].
'''Drayton Florence Jr.''' (born December 19, 1980) is an American former professional [[American football|football]] player who was a [[cornerback]] for 11 seasons in the [[National Football League]] (NFL). He played [[college football]] for the [[Chattanooga Mocs football|Chattanooga Mocs]] and [[Tuskegee Golden Tigers football|Tuskegee Golden Tigers]]. Florence was selected by the [[San Diego Chargers]] in the second round of the [[2003 NFL draft]].
Florence was also a member of the [[Jacksonville Jaguars]], [[Buffalo Bills]], [[Denver Broncos]], [[Detroit Lions]] and [[Carolina Panthers]].


== College career ==
== College career ==
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| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=59452&draftyear=2003&genpos=CB |title=Drayton Florence Draft Profile |work=NFLDraftScout.com |access-date=January 18, 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120312104249/http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=59452&draftyear=2003&genpos=CB |archive-date=March 12, 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
| note = All values from [[NFL Combine]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=59452&draftyear=2003&genpos=CB |title=Drayton Florence Draft Profile |work=NFLDraftScout.com |access-date=January 18, 2010 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120312104249/http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=59452&draftyear=2003&genpos=CB |archive-date=March 12, 2012 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
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=== San Diego Chargers ===
=== San Diego Chargers ===
Florence was selected by the Chargers 46th overall in the second round of the [[2003 NFL Draft]] and was the second cornerback selected by Chargers that draft after [[Sammy Davis (American football)|Sammy Davis]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=2003 NFL Draft Listing |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2003/draft.htm |access-date=2023-03-28 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en}}</ref> He is the highest drafted NFL player from [[Tuskegee University]].
Florence was selected by the Chargers 46th overall in the second round of the [[2003 NFL draft]] and was the second cornerback selected by Chargers that draft after [[Sammy Davis (American football)|Sammy Davis]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=2003 NFL Draft Listing |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2003/draft.htm |access-date=2023-03-28 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en}}</ref> He is the highest drafted NFL player from [[Tuskegee University]].


Initially drafted as a [[nickel back]] who could fill in at [[Safety (football position)|safety]] if needed, Florence had fought his way to become a legitimate starting [[cornerback]] in the NFL across [[Quentin Jammer]].
Initially drafted as a [[nickel back]] who could fill in at [[Safety (football position)|safety]] if needed, Florence had fought his way to become a legitimate starting [[cornerback]] in the NFL across [[Quentin Jammer]].


==== 2007 playoffs ====
==== 2007 playoffs ====
On Sunday, January 14, 2007 in the [[2006–07 NFL playoffs#AFC: New England Patriots 24, San Diego Chargers 21|AFC Divisional Playoff]] game against the [[New England Patriots]] after a muffed punt by wide receiver [[Eric Parker (American football)|Eric Parker]] at the San Diego 31-yard line, Florence committed a personal foul, head-butting Patriot [[Tight end|TE]] [[Daniel Graham]] following a 3rd and long play.<ref>{{cite web
On Sunday, January 14, 2007, in the [[2006–07 NFL playoffs#AFC: New England Patriots 24, San Diego Chargers 21|AFC Divisional Playoff]] game against the [[New England Patriots]] after a muffed punt by wide receiver [[Eric Parker (American football)|Eric Parker]] at the San Diego 31-yard line, Florence committed a personal foul, head-butting Patriot [[Tight end|TE]] [[Daniel Graham]] following a 3rd and long play.<ref>{{cite web
|url = http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=168105
|url = http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=168105
|title = The Marty Watch begins following Chargers' ouster
|title = The Marty Watch begins following Chargers' ouster
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|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20070221172956/http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=168105
|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20070221172956/http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=168105
|archive-date = 2007-02-21
|archive-date = 2007-02-21
}}</ref> During the play, the Charger defense had stopped the Patriots for a 7-yard loss putting the ball at the Charger 37-yard line (apx. 53-yard field goal range). The result of the penalty was a Patriots first down on the Charger 18. The extension of the drive led to a [[Stephen Gostkowski]] 34 yard [[Field goal (football)|field goal]]. The Patriots went on to win the game 24-21.<ref>{{cite web
}}</ref> During the play, the Charger defense had stopped the Patriots for a 7-yard loss putting the ball at the Charger 37-yard line (apx. 53-yard field goal range). The result of the penalty was a Patriots first down on the Charger 18. The extension of the drive led to a [[Stephen Gostkowski]] 34 yard [[Field goal (football)|field goal]]. The Patriots went on to win the game 24–21.<ref>{{cite web
|url=http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/playbyplay?gameId=270114024&quarter=3
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|title=Play By Play, 3rd Quarter
|title=Play By Play, 3rd Quarter
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=== Denver Broncos ===
=== Denver Broncos ===
Florence signed with the [[Denver Broncos]] on May 10, 2012 and released on Aug, 31, 2012.
Florence signed with the [[Denver Broncos]] on May 10, 2012, and released on Aug, 31, 2012.


=== Detroit Lions (first stint)===
=== Detroit Lions (first stint)===
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Florence signed with the [[Carolina Panthers]] on March 13, 2013,<ref>[http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/03/13/panthers-sign-veteran-drayton-florence/ Panthers sign veteran Drayton Florence]</ref> expecting to bring his veteran experience to help the young Panthers secondary.
Florence signed with the [[Carolina Panthers]] on March 13, 2013,<ref>[http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/03/13/panthers-sign-veteran-drayton-florence/ Panthers sign veteran Drayton Florence]</ref> expecting to bring his veteran experience to help the young Panthers secondary.


On August 31, 2013, he was cut by the Panthers.<ref>{{cite web| url = http://espn.go.com/blog/carolina-panthers/post/_/id/137/carolina-panthers-cut-down-analysis| title = Carolina Panthers cut-down analysis - Carolina Panthers Blog- ESPN}}</ref> He was later re-signed to their roster on September 19, 2013.
On August 31, 2013, he was cut by the Panthers.<ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.espn.com/blog/carolina-panthers/post/_/id/137/carolina-panthers-cut-down-analysis| title = Carolina Panthers cut-down analysis - Carolina Panthers Blog- ESPN| date = August 31, 2013}}</ref> He was later re-signed to their roster on September 19, 2013.


=== Detroit Lions (second stint)===
=== Detroit Lions (second stint)===
On August 7, 2014, he signed with the [[Detroit Lions]].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Dunkak|first1=Ashley|title=Lions Sign Veteran Cornerback Drayton Florence|url=http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/08/07/lions-sign-veteran-cornerback-drayton-florence/|publisher=CBS Detroit|access-date=9 August 2014}}</ref> He was later released on August 19, 2014.
On August 7, 2014, he signed with the [[Detroit Lions]].<ref>{{cite web|last1=Dunkak|first1=Ashley|title=Lions Sign Veteran Cornerback Drayton Florence|date=August 7, 2014 |url=http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/08/07/lions-sign-veteran-cornerback-drayton-florence/|publisher=CBS Detroit|access-date=9 August 2014}}</ref> He was later released on August 19, 2014.


On May 1, 2015, he retired from the NFL and graduated from the [[University of North Florida]] with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Wilson|first1=Aaron|title=Drayton Florence officially retiring from NFL, graduating from college|url=http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/drayton-florence-officially-retiring-from-nfl-graduating-from-college/|website=National Football Post|publisher=Reign Net Media|access-date=6 May 2015}}</ref>
On May 1, 2015, he retired from the NFL and graduated from the [[University of North Florida]] with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Wilson|first1=Aaron|title=Drayton Florence officially retiring from NFL, graduating from college|url=http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/drayton-florence-officially-retiring-from-nfl-graduating-from-college/|website=National Football Post|date=April 29, 2015 |publisher=Reign Net Media|access-date=6 May 2015}}</ref>


==NFL career statistics==
==NFL career statistics==
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! colspan="2"| Career<ref name=ESPN>{{cite web|title=Drayton Florence Stats|url=http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/stats/_/id/4504/drayton-florence|website=ESPN|publisher=ESPN Internet Ventures|access-date=29 December 2014}}</ref> || 157 || 486 || 414 || 72 || 0.0 || 3 || 4 || 0 || 20 || 273 || 14 || 40 || 3 || 103
! colspan="2"| Career<ref name=ESPN>{{cite web|title=Drayton Florence Stats|url=https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/stats/_/id/4504/drayton-florence|website=ESPN|publisher=ESPN Internet Ventures|access-date=29 December 2014}}</ref> || 157 || 486 || 414 || 72 || 0.0 || 3 || 4 || 0 || 20 || 273 || 14 || 40 || 3 || 103
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Drayton Florence
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Florence playing for the Panthers in 2013
No. 29, 21, 31
Position:Cornerback
Personal information
Born: (1980-12-19) December 19, 1980 (age 43)
Ocala, Florida, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:193 lb (88 kg)
Career information
High school:Vanguard (Ocala)
College:
NFL draft:2003 / round: 2 / pick: 46
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles:486
Forced fumbles:3
Fumble recoveries:4
Pass deflections:103
Interceptions:20
Defensive touchdowns:4
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Drayton Florence Jr. (born December 19, 1980) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback for 11 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Chattanooga Mocs and Tuskegee Golden Tigers. Florence was selected by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2003 NFL draft.

College career

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Florence attended Tuskegee University. He was inducted into Tuskegee University Hall Of Fame in 2014 (2001–2002) after transferring from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (1999–2000). He registered school-record three returns for touchdowns on interceptions at Tuskegee. As a senior, he was named first-team Division II All-America by the Associated Press and American Coaches Association. Florence is the highest drafted player to enter the NFL from Tuskegee University. Florence finished his degree at the University of North Florida with a bachelor's degree in sport management.

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 0+1⁄4 in
(1.84 m) 		198 lb
(90 kg) 		4.39 s 1.53 s 2.58 s 35 in
(0.89 m)		 10 ft 4 in
(3.15 m)		 18 reps
All values from NFL Combine.[1]

San Diego Chargers

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Florence was selected by the Chargers 46th overall in the second round of the 2003 NFL draft and was the second cornerback selected by Chargers that draft after Sammy Davis.[2] He is the highest drafted NFL player from Tuskegee University.

Initially drafted as a nickel back who could fill in at safety if needed, Florence had fought his way to become a legitimate starting cornerback in the NFL across Quentin Jammer.

2007 playoffs

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On Sunday, January 14, 2007, in the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the New England Patriots after a muffed punt by wide receiver Eric Parker at the San Diego 31-yard line, Florence committed a personal foul, head-butting Patriot TE Daniel Graham following a 3rd and long play.[3] During the play, the Charger defense had stopped the Patriots for a 7-yard loss putting the ball at the Charger 37-yard line (apx. 53-yard field goal range). The result of the penalty was a Patriots first down on the Charger 18. The extension of the drive led to a Stephen Gostkowski 34 yard field goal. The Patriots went on to win the game 24–21.[4]

The NFL fined Florence $15,000 for the illegal hit he put on Houston Texans Quarterback Matt Schaub on Sunday October 28. On an interception return, he drilled Schaub from the blind side, and was penalized 15 yards for unnecessary roughness. The league ruled that on a change of possession, Florence unnecessarily made helmet-to-helmet contact with Schaub, who suffered a concussion and missed the rest of the game.

Jacksonville Jaguars

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On March 1, 2008, Florence was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars to a six-year $36 million contract with $13 million in guaranteed money.[5] After one season with the team he was released on February 11, 2009.[6]

Buffalo Bills

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On March 3, 2009, Florence was signed by the Buffalo Bills. Florence made the starting rotation under Head Coach Dick Jauron[7][circular reference]. Florence responded by leading the Bills in takeaways, including a fumble returned for a touchdown against the Bengals and an interception returned for a touchdown against Minnesota, two weeks apart.[8] He also scored the go-ahead touchdown in the Bills' victory against the New England Patriots in 2011.

On July 27, 2011, Florence re-signed with the Bills for 3 years at a total contract value of $15 million. On May 4, 2012, Florence was released.

Denver Broncos

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Florence signed with the Denver Broncos on May 10, 2012, and released on Aug, 31, 2012.

Detroit Lions (first stint)

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Florence signed with the Detroit Lions on September 2, 2012.[9]

Carolina Panthers

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Florence signed with the Carolina Panthers on March 13, 2013,[10] expecting to bring his veteran experience to help the young Panthers secondary.

On August 31, 2013, he was cut by the Panthers.[11] He was later re-signed to their roster on September 19, 2013.

Detroit Lions (second stint)

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On August 7, 2014, he signed with the Detroit Lions.[12] He was later released on August 19, 2014.

On May 1, 2015, he retired from the NFL and graduated from the University of North Florida with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management.[13]

NFL career statistics

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Year Team GP Tackles Fumbles Interceptions
Cmb Solo Ast Sck FF FR Yds Int Yds Avg Lng TD PD
2003 SD 16 20 20 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
2004 SD 13 36 31 5 0.0 0 0 0 4 54 14 40 0 7
2005 SD 13 54 47 7 0.0 0 0 0 1 9 9 9 0 11
2006 SD 16 66 54 12 0.0 0 0 0 3 24 8 23 0 16
2007 SD 16 61 55 6 0.0 0 1 0 2 4 2 4 0 10
2008 JAX 15 36 32 4 0.0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3
2009 BUF 14 60 49 11 0.0 0 0 0 1 7 7 7 0 11
2010 BUF 16 58 49 9 0.0 1 1 27 3 42 14 40 1 15
2011 BUF 16 50 41 9 0.0 1 1 0 3 64 21 30 1 12
2012 DET 8 19 17 2 0.0 0 0 0 1 29 29 29 0 7
2013 CAR 14 26 19 7 0.0 0 0 0 2 40 20 38 1 9
Career[14] 157 486 414 72 0.0 3 4 0 20 273 14 40 3 103

Personal life

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He is the cousin of Chicago Rush wide receiver Carlos Wright.[15]

References

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  1. ^ "Drayton Florence Draft Profile". NFLDraftScout.com. Archived from the original on March 12, 2012. Retrieved January 18, 2010.
  2. ^ "2003 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 28, 2023.
  3. ^ "The Marty Watch begins following Chargers' ouster". Sporting News. January 15, 2007. Archived from the original on February 21, 2007. Retrieved January 17, 2007.
  4. ^ "Play By Play, 3rd Quarter". ESPN. January 14, 2007. Retrieved January 17, 2007.
  5. ^ "Jags sign former San Diego cornerback". March 1, 2008. Archived from the original on March 3, 2008. Retrieved March 1, 2008.
  6. ^ Ketchman, Vic (February 11, 2009). "Porter, Florence cut by Jaguars". Jaguars.com. Archived from the original on February 15, 2009. Retrieved February 11, 2009.
  7. ^ List of Buffalo Bills head coaches
  8. ^ Bills, CB Florence Agree to Terms [permanent dead link‍] Yahoo Sports, March 4, 2009
  9. ^ Drayton Florence to sign with Lions, reports say
  10. ^ Panthers sign veteran Drayton Florence
  11. ^ "Carolina Panthers cut-down analysis - Carolina Panthers Blog- ESPN". August 31, 2013.
  12. ^ Dunkak, Ashley (August 7, 2014). "Lions Sign Veteran Cornerback Drayton Florence". CBS Detroit. Retrieved August 9, 2014.
  13. ^ Wilson, Aaron (April 29, 2015). "Drayton Florence officially retiring from NFL, graduating from college". National Football Post. Reign Net Media. Retrieved May 6, 2015.
  14. ^ "Drayton Florence Stats". ESPN. ESPN Internet Ventures. Retrieved December 29, 2014.
  15. ^ Ultimate Jaguars Newsroom: It's a Small world 02/19/04
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