Chris Pantale

Christopher Joseph Pantale (born March 22, 1990) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played college football for the Boston College Eagles.

Early life

Pantale attended Wayne Valley High School in Wayne, New Jersey. He was selected to the Associated Press All-State third-team as a senior tight end at Wayne Valley High School. He was selected to the Sporting News and Rivals All-ACC freshman teams. He also was selected to the second-team All-American freshman by the College Football Network.

In his sophomore season in 2010, Pantale recorded 31 receptions, 338 receiving yards along with one touchdown.

Professional career

New York Jets On April 27, 2013, Pantale signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent following the conclusion of the 2013 NFL draft. He was released on August 31, 2013. He was signed to the team's practice squad a day later. Pantale was promoted to the active roster on November 27, 2013. Pantale was released on August 30, 2014 and signed to the team's practice squad a day later. Pantale was promoted to the active roster on December 1, 2014. Pantale was released on May 8, 2015.

Chicago Bears Pantale was signed by the Chicago Bears on May 12, 2015. He was released August 30, 2015 with a non football illness.

Philadelphia Eagles Pantale signed with the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad on September 21, 2015. On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Eagles.

Miami Dolphins On January 10, 2017, Pantale signed a reserve/future contract with the Miami Dolphins. He was waived on September 2, 2017.