Monte Simmons (born January 29, 1989) is a former

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2011. He was waived by the

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on August 5, 2013.

Professional career

San Francisco 49ers

On July 29, 2011, the

signed Simmons as an undrafted free agent. He was waived on September 3, 2011. On the next day, he cleared waivers and was signed to the 49ers' practice squad.

Philadelphia Eagles

Simmons was signed by the

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on March 5, 2012. He was waived by the Philadelphia Eagles on August 30, 2012.

Indianapolis Colts

On October 23, 2012, Simmons was signed by the

and placed on the practice squad. He was signed by the Colts to a reserve/future contract on January 7, 2013. On August 5, 2013, he was waived by the Colts. On August 13, 2013, he was re-signed by the Colts.

External links

Kent State Golden Flashes bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Simmons, Monte 1989 births Living people People from Swissvale, Pennsylvania Players of American football from Allegheny County, Pennsylvania American football linebackers Kent State Golden Flashes football players San Francisco 49ers players Philadelphia Eagles players Indianapolis Colts players