Darryl Tyger Blackstock (born May 30, 1983) is a former

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. He was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round of the

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. He played college football at

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. He also played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Oakland Raiders and

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. He is currently the special teams coordinator and outside linebackers coach at William & Mary.

College career

Blackstock played college football at the University of Virginia. In 2004 Blackstock was selected to the Second-team All- ACC.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals

Blackstock played three seasons in Arizona. From 2005-2007 Blackstock recorded 44 tackles, 4 sacks and 2 Forced fumbles.

Cincinnati Bengals

In 2008, Blackstock signed with the Bengals.

Florida Tuskers

In 2010, Blackstock signed with

of the United Football League.

Oakland Raiders

Returned to the NFL and signed with the Raiders. Blackstock played 16 games and started one game and recorded 20 tackles.

Baltimore Ravens

On July 25, 2012, Blackstock signed with

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References

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