Nicholas James McDonald (born June 27, 1987) is a former

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. He was signed as an

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by the Green Bay Packers in 2010. In that year, he won

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with the team against the Pittsburgh Steelers. McDonald played college football at Grand Valley State University.

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

After going the 2010 NFL Draft, McDonald signed with the Green Bay Packers on April 30, 2010. McDonald was on the roster when the Packers won

over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was waived by the Packers on September 3, 2011.

New England Patriots

McDonald was signed to the New England Patriots' practice squad on September 4, 2011. He was released from the squad on September 15, but was re-signed the following day. On December 3, 2011, he was promoted to the active roster to replace the released

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. McDonald was part of the Patriots postseason team for Super Bowl XLVI but his hopes for a second straight championship came short when the Patriots lost the game to the New York Giants. On July 31, 2013, McDonald was waived by the New England Patriots.

San Diego Chargers

On January 16, 2014, McDonald signed a reserves/futures contract with the San Diego Chargers. On July 21, 2014, he was released.

Cleveland Browns

On July 22, 2014, McDonald was claimed by the

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. On May 27, 2015, he was released by the Browns.

References

External links

Green Bay Packers bioSan Diego Chargers bio
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