Joe Berger
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Joe Berger | |
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Date of birth | May 25, 1982 |
Place of birth | Fremont, Michigan |
Position(s) | Offensive guard |
College | Michigan Tech |
NFL Draft | 2005 / Round 6/ Pick 207 |
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2005 2005–2006 2006–Present |
Carolina Panthers Miami Dolphins Dallas Cowboys |
Joseph David Berger (born May 25, 1982 in Fremont, Michigan) is an American football offensive lineman who currently plays for the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL.
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[edit] High school career
Joe Berger attended Newaygo High School in Newaygo, Michigan. As a senior, he was the team captain of his team, an All-Western Waterways Activities Conference selection, and an Academic All-State honorable mention. During his two year varsity football career, he played offensive lineman, and as a defensive lineman, he posted 238 tackles and one interception.
[edit] College career
Joe Berger attended Michigan Tech University and starred in football. In football, he was a four-time Academic All-GLIAC selection, a two-time CoSIDA Academic All-District pick, and a two-time All-American pick. He also played in the Cactus Bowl and the NCAA Division II All-Star game.
[edit] Pro career
Berger was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the sixth round (207th overall) of the 2005 NFL Draft. However, he was signed to the practice squad and never played in a game for them. He was picked up by the Dolphins before the start of the 2005 NFL season, and played in three games. A sprained right foot suffered in training camp kept him inactive during the 2006 season, and he was eventually picked up on waivers by the Dallas Cowboys, who plan to use him as a backup.
[edit] Trivia
- Graduated Magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (2005).
- Married to Abigail Joy.