Cole Manger (born November 11, 1982) is a former

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wide receiver in the

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(AFL) who played for the Columbus Destroyers, and

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. He played

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for the

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College career

Football

Magner finished his career the all-time leader in receptions at 215. He finished his career sixth on the Falcons all-time receiving yards list with 2,385 yards and fifth in touchdown receptions with 18. In 2003, he caught a school record 99 receptions and was just the second player in school history to go over the 1,000-yard receiving mark in a single season. Against

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he recorded a career high 13 receptions for 168 yards and one touchdown. He was given the nickname 'Ice Cold Magner' from head coach Urban Meyer.

Basketball

Manger was also a member of the Bowling Green Falcons basketball team. On March 5, 2003, Magner scored a season high eight points, eight rebounds, six steals and four assists off the bench in 33 minutes played in a victory against Miami (OH). His performance helped head coach

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his 100th career victory. Magner was also second on the team in three point percentage at .429%, making 12-of-27 attempts.

Football statistics

Basketball statistics

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Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Magner signed with the

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as an undrafted free agent following the

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. He participated in their 2005 and 2006 training camp. Magner also played in the 2005 American Bowl in the Tokyo Dome against the

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. Over five preseason games, Magner had five receptions for 55 yards. He also returned six punts for 76 yards, including a long of 25.

Columbus Destroyers

On October 6, 2006 Magner was signed by the Columbus Destroyers of the

. In the

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, Magner caught seven passes for 68 yards and one touchdown against the San Jose Sabercats.

Grand Rapids Rampage

In 10 games during the 2008 season, he caught 69 passes for 740 yards and 12 touchdowns. In week 11, he had career high 15 receptions for 175 yards and two touchdowns against the Tampa Bay Storm. In the postseason, he had 32 receptions for 268 yards and five touchdowns.

Cleveland Gladiators

In 2010, Magner was assigned to the Cleveland Gladiators of the AF1.

Professional statistics

Regular season Playoffs

References

External links

Bowling Green Falcons bioBowling Green Falcons MBB bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Magner, Cole 1982 births Living people American football wide receivers Columbus Destroyers players Grand Rapids Rampage players Bowling Green Falcons football players Bowling Green Falcons men's basketball players American men's basketball players