Keith Zinger

Keith Jackson Zinger (born October 9, 1984) is a former American football tight end. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL draft. He played college football at Louisiana State. He was a member of both LSU’s national championship teams in 2003 and 2007.

Early life Zinger attended to Leesville High School and was ranked as the nation’s No. 13 tight end in the country by Rivals.com. He also was named an Atlanta Journal-Constitution Super Southern 100, Baton Rouge Advocate Second Dozen and the New Orleans Times-Picayune Top 25 Blue-Chip list.

College career Zinger played in 13 games in his freshman season at LSU, caught three passes for 31 yards and was named Freshmen All-SEC squad by the league's coaches. He signed to a four-year contract. He was released on the final cuts but was added to the practice squad and spent the entire season there.

Zinger was signed by the New York Jets on August 7, 2011. He was waived September 2.

Family He is son of Randy and Michele Zinger. He is married to the former Ashley McKenzie. He has four siblings; Clinton, Gareth, Priscilla, and Biancia.