Patrick Trahan (born November 7, 1986) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2010. He played

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and

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for two years (one at Auburn, one at Northwest), and two at Ole Miss, where he recorded 98 tackles, 7 sacks, 16.5 tackles for loss, one quarterback pressure, two interceptions, three forced fumbles and one fumble recovery. In January 2011, Trahan was signed to the

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after the termination of Rashaun Greer's contract. In November 2011, Trahan was promoted to the active roster after waiving Brian Iwuh. Trahan was released by the Bears on September 8, 2012. He was once again waived by the Bears on December 4. Trahan was brought back on January 8, 2013, and was again released on August 25.

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Tennessee Titans bio

Chicago Bears bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Trahan, Patrick 1986 births Living people St. Augustine High School (New Orleans) alumni American football linebackers Chicago Bears players Edmonton Elks players Northwest Mississippi Rangers football players Ole Miss Rebels football players Players of American football from Baton Rouge, Louisiana Tennessee Titans players