Erasmus James
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| Erasmus James | |
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| Date of birth | November 4, 1982 (age 24) |
| Place of birth |  Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| Position(s) | Defensive end |
| College | Wisconsin |
| NFL Draft | 2005 / Round 1/ Pick 18 |
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| Team(s) | |
| 2005-present | Minnesota Vikings |
Erasmus James (born November 4, 1982 in Basseterre, Saint Kitts in the West Indies) is an American football defensive end for the Minnesota Vikings of the NFL. He was selected with the 18th overall pick of the 2005 NFL Draft out of the University of Wisconsin.
[edit] High school career
James attended McArthur High School in Hollywood, Florida and was a standout in football and basketball. Despite not playing football until his senior year, he posted 14 sacks, and 53 tackles (23 for losses) in his only season.
[edit] College career
James attended the University of Wisconsin, where he played on the defensive line alongside teammate Anttaj Hawthorne. He finished his stunning career with 124 tackles (25.5 for losses), 18 sacks, 28 quarterback hurries, 7 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, and 6 pass deflections. James was an All American his senior season.
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