Robert Bradley Kassell (born January 7, 1980) is an American former

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who played in the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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and was signed by the

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as an

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after the

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. Kassell also played for the

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Early years

Kassell attended

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in Llano, Texas and was a

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as a

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. In football, as a senior, he rushed for 1431 yards and 20

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and passed for 839 yards and eight touchdowns, he was named the Class 3A All-West MVP, and won All-State second-team honors. Brad Kassell graduated from Llano High School in 1998.

College career

Kassell was a four-year letterman who played in 44 games at the

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and was named

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Defensive Player of the Year during his junior and senior season. Kassell received a unanimous first-team selection to the conference teams and was team MVP in his final two seasons. He ranks third on the school's all-time tackle list.

Professional career

Tennessee Titans

In 2002, he was signed as an

by the

. He played for the team from 2002 to 2005.

New York Jets

In 2006, Kassell was signed as a free agent by the

. He led the Jets special teams with 26 tackles in 2007. His only professional interception was returned for a touchdown in 2005. On February 19, 2009, Kassell was released by the Jets.

Catz Sports Performance

In 2012, Kassell joined Catz Sports Performance and Physical Therapy in Austin, TX, where he is President and Partner.Former NFL Star Brad Kassell and Marcy Kassell join CATZ Sports Performance & Physical Therapy Center in Austin, Texas
PR Web, February 3, 2010

Lago Vista High School

In 2014, he started teaching, and coaching at Lago Vista High School in Lago Vista, Texas. He coaches the linebacker position during football season, as well as girls track and field.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs

References

External links

New York Jets bioTennessee Titans bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Kassell, Brad 1980 births Living people People from Llano, Texas American football linebackers North Texas Mean Green football players Tennessee Titans players New York Jets players