Carroll J. Gaddis, Jr. (born August 12, 1985) is a former

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. He was drafted by the

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in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He played

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at Clemson. Gaddis has also been a member of the

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College career

Gaddis was the first non-starter in Clemson history to have an interception in three consecutive games. At Clemson, Gaddis held Georgia Tech receiver Calvin Johnson to zero catches for the only time in his career. Gaddis also played baseball at Clemson.

Professional career

Pre-draft

Gaddis ran a 4.43 at Clemson University's Pro Day and had a 39.5 inch vertical leap.

Philadelphia Eagles

Gaddis was drafted by the

in the fifth round of the 2007 NFL Draft. He was released before the start of the 2007 season.

Atlanta Falcons

Gaddis was signed by the

, but did not see any game action in the two seasons he was on the team. He was released prior to the start of the 2008 season.

References

External links

Clemson Tigers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Gaddis, C.J. 1985 births Living people Players of American football from Hattiesburg, Mississippi American football cornerbacks American football safeties Clemson Tigers football players Philadelphia Eagles players Atlanta Falcons players Clemson Tigers baseball players