Barrington Wade (born March 16, 1998) is an

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who is a free agent. He played

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College career

Wade was a member of the

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for five seasons, redshirting as a true freshman. He finished his collegiate career with 23 tackles, one sack, 1.5 tackles for loss and two interceptions in 33 games played.

Professional career

Baltimore Ravens

Wade signed with the

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as an

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on May 13, 2021. He was waived on August 6, 2021.

Denver Broncos

Wade was claimed off waivers by the

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on August 7, 2021. He was waived during final roster cuts on August 31, 2021, but was signed to the team's

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the next day. Wade as signed to the Broncos' active roster on October 19, 2021. He was waived on October 25, and re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Broncos on January 10, 2022. He was waived on August 27, 2022.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

On May 5, 2023, Wade signed with the

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of the

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(CFL). On June 3, 2023, Wade was released by the Blue Bombers.

Chicago Bears

On August 8, 2023, Wade signed with the

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. He was waived on August 29, 2023.

References

External links

Iowa Hawkeyes bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Wade, Barrington 1998 births Living people American football linebackers Denver Broncos players Iowa Hawkeyes football players Baltimore Ravens players Chicago Bears players People from Skokie, Illinois Players of American football from Cook County, Illinois