Rob Housler

Robert Gregory Housler Jr. (born March 17, 1988) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Florida Atlantic Owls and was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round of the 2011 NFL draft. He was also a member of the Cleveland Browns, Chicago Bears and New England Patriots.

Early life He was born on March 17, 1988, in El Paso, Texas. He went to high school at Judson HS, and then went to college at Florida Atlantic.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals Housler was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round (69th overall) in the 2011 NFL draft. In four seasons with the Cardinals, he totaled 105 receptions for 1,133 yards and one touchdown. He was placed on injured reserve on November 4, 2015, with a hamstring injury, and was waived on November 17.

Chicago Bears Housler was signed by the Chicago Bears on December 8, 2015. On March 14, 2016, he was re-signed by the Bears. He was released by the Bears on September 3, 2016.

New England Patriots On January 19, 2017, Housler signed a reserve/future contract with the Patriots. He was released by the Patriots on May 17, 2017.

Statistics Source: NFL.com