Ricky Henry (born July 27, 1987) is a former

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. He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an

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in 2011. He played college football at

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. Henry has also played for the Atlanta Falcons,

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, and

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College career

Henry was a First-team All-Big 12 after Senior season at

and also won the Pat Clare Award.

Professional career

Chicago Bears

On July 26, 2011, Henry signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent. On September 3, 2011, he was released. On September 4, he was signed to the practice squad. On November 16, 2011, he was promoted to the active roster. On August 31, 2012, he was released.

New Orleans Saints

On September 1, 2012, Henry signed with the

to join their practice squad. On December 15, 2012, he was promoted to the active roster. On August 19, 2013, he was waived by the Saints.

Kansas City Chiefs

On August 20, 2013, Henry was claimed off waivers by the

. He was released during final preseason roster cut downs on August 30, 2014. The next day he was signed to the Chiefs practice squad.

Carolina Panthers

On June 17, 2015, Henry was signed by the

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. He was released on September 5, 2015.

References

External links

Nebraska Huskers bioChicago Bears bioNew Orleans Saints bio
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