Chandler Cox

Chandler Duke Cox (born July 29, 1996) is an American former professional football player who was a fullback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Auburn Tigers.

College career After playing in a single-wing offense at Apopka High School, leading the team to a Florida state championship, Cox committed to Auburn on June 1, 2014. He played offense and special teams for Auburn. On offense, he was utilized as a blocking and receiving fullback, taking few carries over the course of his college career. He was a hybrid player that spent time at the tight end, wide receiver, halfback, upback and wildcat quarterback positions.

On January 2, 2017, Cox scored his first collegiate touchdown against Oklahoma in the Sugar Bowl. In 2018, Cox had a career high four receptions for 52 yards against Washington in the season opener.

Professional career Cox was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round (233rd overall) of the 2019 NFL draft. He made the opening roster after embracing being a blocker. On January 2, 2021, Cox was waived by the Dolphins.

Career statistics NFL Year Team Games Rushing Receiving GP GS Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds Avg Lng TD 2019 MIA 13 3 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 2020 MIA 8 3 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 9 4.5 6 0 Totals 21 6 0 0 0.0 0 0 2 9 4.5 6 0

College Season Team Games Rushing Receiving 2015 Auburn 13 10 0 0 0.0 0 3 25 8.3 0 2016 Auburn 12 9 7 15 2.1 1 4 41 10.3 0 2017 Auburn 14 11 1 0 0.0 0 8 78 9.8 0 2018 Auburn 14 11 3 3 1.0 2 11 93 8.5 1 Career 52 41 11 18 1.6 3 26 237 9.1 1

Personal life Cox's father, Tom, played in the NFL for a part of the 1987 season. His older brother Dakota also played college football and spent time in training camp with the Minnesota Vikings.