Ameer Speed

Ameer Lashon Speed (born October 11, 1999) is an American professional football cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs and Michigan State Spartans. He was selected by the New England Patriots in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL draft.

Professional career

New England Patriots Speed was selected by the New England Patriots in the sixth round, 214th overall, of the 2023 NFL draft. He was waived on October 19, 2023.

Indianapolis Colts On October 20, 2023, Speed was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts.

Speed was waived by the Colts on August 27, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released on September 17.

Chicago Bears On September 25, 2024, Speed was signed to the Chicago Bears practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 6.

On April 8, 2025, Speed signed his exclusive rights free agent contract with the Bears. On August 11, he was waived with an injury designation.

Cleveland Browns On September 30, 2025, Speed signed with the Cleveland Browns' practice squad. He was released on October 9 with an injury settlement.

Houston Texans On November 24, 2025, Speed signed with the Houston Texans' practice squad. On December 3, he was signed to the active roster. In two appearances for Houston, he recorded two combined tackles. Speed was waived by the Texans on December 26 and re-signed to the practice squad three days later.

Houston Gamblers On April 28, 2026, Speed signed with the Houston Gamblers of the United Football League (UFL).

Dallas Cowboys On June 16, 2026, Speed was signed by the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL).