DeAndre Rashard Presley (born January 10, 1990) is a former

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wide receiver. He played college football at

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College career

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, he replaced

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at quarterback for the Mountaineers and led the team to a 10–3 record before losing to the

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in the quarterfinals of the 2010 FCS playoffs. On December 1, he was named as one of three finalists for the 2010

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. In the first game of the 2011 season, Appalachian State squared up against the

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and were blown out 66–13. Afterwards, Presley told

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, "Not taking anything away from them, but I wouldn't classify them as an elite team." Presley threw 7 for 18 (a 39% completion rate) for 89 yards with two interceptions and one fumble in the game.

Professional career

San Diego Chargers

On April 29, 2012, he was signed as a cornerback by the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted free agent.

Miami Dolphins

He was promoted from the practice squad to the active roster.

Carolina Panthers

On September 18, 2013, he was signed to the Panthers' practice squad. After the Panthers released

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on November 18, 2014, Presley was promoted to the active roster. Presley was released on September 1, 2015.

Legal Troubles

On January 31, 2018, an arrest warrant was issued for Presley, subsequently he turned himself in. He is accused of having sex (sexual battery) with a student 16 or 17 years of age according to the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. He has since resigned from his position with the school.

References

External links

DeAndre Presley
GoASU.com

usatoday.com
San Diego Chargers bio

Miami Dolphins bio
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