Curtis Grant Jr. (born December 28, 1992) is an

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who is currently a free agent. He played college football at

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Early years

A native of

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, Grant attended Hermitage High School, where he was rated the No. 1 inside linebackers prospect by ''

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''. He chose Ohio State over UNC,

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, and

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Professional career

San Diego Chargers

On May 2, 2015, Grant was signed by the

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as an undrafted free agent. On August 30, 2015, he was waived.

Atlanta Falcons

On December 15, 2015, Grant was signed to the

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' practice squad.

Tennessee Titans

On April 1, 2016 Grant was signed by the

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. On September 2, 2016, he was released by the Titans as part of final roster cuts.

Oakland Raiders

On September 5, 2016, Grant was signed to the Raiders' practice squad. He was released by the Raiders on September 14, 2016.

San Francisco 49ers

On September 21, 2016, Grant was signed to the

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' practice squad.

New York Giants

On January 12, 2017, Grant signed a reserve/future contract with the Giants. He was waived on September 2, 2017 and was signed to the Giants' practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on September 18, 2017. He was placed on injured reserve on November 27, 2017 after being carted off with a knee injury in Week 12.

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Ohio State Buckeyes bio
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