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Donnie Nickey
Personal information
Born: (1980-04-25) April 25, 1980 (age 44)
Plain City, Ohio
Height:6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight:226 lb (103 kg)
Career information
College:Ohio State
NFL draft:2003 / round: 5 / pick: 154
Career history

Donnie Orvin Nickey (born April 25, 1980) is an American football safety who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Ohio State and was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fifth round of the 2003 NFL Draft.

Early years

Nickey attended Jonathan Alder High School in Plain City, Ohio, and wore number 2, and was an All-Ohio running back. He also played free safety in football. In addition to his football talent he was selected as an All-State center fielder as part of the 1998 OHSAA State Championship team (baseball).

College career

Nickey was a co-captain with Mike Doss on the 2002 NCAA National Championship team.

Professional career

Nickey was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 5th round (19th pick) of the 2003 NFL Draft. He has played his entire career with the Tennessee Titans. Most of his time comes in on special teams, where he has been a standout.

He was released by the Titans on July 25, 2011.[1]

References

  1. ^ NFL Transactions Report, December 30, 2011