George Hypolite ip-puh-light(born August 1, 1987) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2009. He played

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College career

While playing for Colorado, He was given the

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"The Rabid Goldfish" because Colorado alumnus

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(as

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) was announcing the starting lineup names, and called Hypolite "The Rabid Goldfish." He is now a law school graduate from the University of San Diego.

Professional career

Jacksonville Jaguars

After going undrafted in the

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, Hypolite signed with the

as an

on April 26. He was waived by the team on July 23 when the team signed

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Carolina Panthers

Hypolite was signed by the

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on August 5, 2009 after

Ma'ake Kemoeatu suffered as season-ending injury. He finished his stint with the Panthers by being terminated from the practice squad on September 22, 2009.

Post-retirement

Hypolite earned a juris doctor degree from the

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in 2014 and became an assistant city attorney with the City and County of Denver.

External links

Carolina Panthers bioColorado Buffaloes bioJacksonville Jaguars bioAlumni update: Hypolite Cherishes 'CU Experience'
{{DEFAULTSORT:Hypolite, George 1987 births Living people Players of American football from Los Angeles American football defensive tackles Colorado Buffaloes football players Jacksonville Jaguars players Carolina Panthers players