DeMario Pressley

DeMario Pressley (born November 3, 1985) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the NC State Wolfpack and was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round of the 2008 NFL draft with the 144th overall pick.

Pressley was also a member of the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos, Carolina Panthers, and Chicago Bears.

Professional career On February 22, 2011, Pressley was acquired by the Colts after being waived by Houston, but was waived on August 16. He was claimed by Denver the next day but later released. Pressley was promoted to the active roster of the Carolina Panthers on December 30, 2011, played in the final game of the season, then was waived on March 16, 2012.

On April 11, 2012, Pressley signed with the Bears.

On August 21, 2012, Pressley was waived/injured by the Bears, and subsequently reverted to injured reserve on August 22.