Kendall Donnerson (born April 22, 1996) is an

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who is a free agent. He played

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at Southeast Missouri State.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

Donnerson was drafted by the

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in the seventh round (248th overall) of the

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. He signed his rookie contract on May 7, 2018. He was waived on September 1, 2018, and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on December 4, 2018. On August 8, 2019, he was placed on injured reserve by the Packers. He was released on August 19.

Oakland Raiders

On October 15, 2019, Donnerson was signed to the

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practice squad. On December 30, 2019, Donnerson was signed to a reserve/future contract. He was waived on May 5, 2020.

Cincinnati Bengals

On September 30, 2020, Donnerson was signed to the

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practice squad. He was released on November 3.

Carolina Panthers

On May 16, 2021, Donnerson signed with the

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. He was waived by Carolina on May 26.

New Orleans Saints

On July 26, 2021, Donnerson signed with the

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. He was released on August 4, 2021.

Carolina Panthers (second stint)

On August 8, 2021, Donnerson signed with the Carolina Panthers. He was waived on August 24.

References

External links

Southeast Missouri Redhawks bio
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