James "J. C." Hassenauer (born September 15, 1995) is an

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for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

After playing four years at

, Hassenauer was signed by the

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as an undrafted free agent on April 30, 2018. He was waived on September 1 and signed to the practice squad the next day, where he spent most of the season.

Birmingham Iron

After the season ended, Hassenauer signed with the

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of the

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, where he played eight games.

Pittsburgh Steelers

On April 5, 2019, Hassenauer signed with the

, but was waived on August 31. On November 20, he was signed to the Steelers' practice squad, and was promoted to the active roster on December 24. On December 2, 2020, Hassenauer made his first NFL start in a 19–14 win over the

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. Hassenauer signed a one-year contract extension with the Steelers on March 8, 2021. He was placed on injured reserve on November 27, 2021. He was activated on December 25.

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Pittsburgh Steelers bioAlabama Crimson Tide bio
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