Jermale Hines (born November 11, 1987) is a former

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. He was drafted by the

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in the fifth round of the

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. He played college football at

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. He has also been a member of the

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College career

Hines was a 2010 First-team All-Big Ten selection as a strong safety after playing free safety in 2009. He ended his career with 28 starts, 155 tackles. In 2009 Hines was a starter at free safety and was fourth on the squad with 57 tackles. In 2008, he played safety and made 31 tackles for the year. In 2007, he played on special teams as a true freshman.

Professional career

St. Louis Rams

Hines was drafted with the 158th pick in the

by the

. He was waived on September 27.

Indianapolis Colts

On September 28, the

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claimed him off of waivers, but was waived on October 3.

Carolina Panthers

Hines was claimed off waivers by the

on October 4. He was waived on November 15. On Oct 18th he was signed to the Carolina Practice Squad.

Second stint with Colts

Hines was signed by the Colts on November 30, 2011. On September 1, 2012 Hines was cut by the Colts.

References

External links

Ohio State Buckeyes bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Hines, Jermale 1987 births Living people Ohio State Buckeyes football players American football safeties Glenville High School alumni Players of American football from Cleveland St. Louis Rams players Indianapolis Colts players Carolina Panthers players