Anthony Schlegel

Infobox NFLactive


currentteam=Free Agent
currentnumber=--
currentposition=Linebacker
birthdate=birth date and age|1981|3|1
birthplace=Cedar Rapids, Iowa
heightft=6
heightin=1
weight=251
debutyear=2006
debutteam=New York Jets
college=Ohio State
draftyear=2006
draftround=3
draftpick=76
pastteams=
* New York Jets (2006-2007)
* Cincinnati Bengals (2007)
nfl=SCH199958

Anthony Schlegel (born March 1, 1981) is an American Football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He was originally drafted by the New York Jets in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He played college football at The Ohio State University after transferring from the United States Air Force Academy.

Early years

Schlegel attended Highland Park High School. He was a state champion in high school wrestling.

College career

Schlegel began his college career at the United States Air Force Academy but transferred to Ohio State University after his sophomore season. While at the Academy, Schlegel served as the team's co-captain, earning all-conference honors. During his 2004 season, he was ranked third in Ohio defense with 84 tackles and in 2005 he was ranked second with 82 tackles.

Professional career

New York Jets

Schlegel was drafted by the New York Jets in the third round (76th overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft. He made his debut at the Chicago Bears on November 19. On September 1, 2007 the Jets released him.

Cincinnati Bengals

On September 2nd, 2007, Schlegel was signed by the Bengals. He made his Bengals debut versus the New England Patriots on October 1 and made three tackles. On May 1st, 2008, the Bengals released him.

External links

* [http://www.bengals.com/team/player.asp?player_id=171 Bengals Player Bio]