Scott Wedige (born November 20, 1988) is a former American football

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. He signed with the

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as an

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in 2012. He played

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College career

He was a second team All-American selection and also was a co-winner of the NIU Offensive Lineman of the Year award after his senior season.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals

On April 30, 2012, he signed with the

as an undrafted free agent. On August 31, 2012, he was released.

New York Giants

On September 7, 2012, he was signed with the

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to join the practice squad. On September 17, 2012, he was released from the practice squad.

Cincinnati Bengals

On November 6, 2012, he signed with the

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to join the practice squad.

Second Stint with the Arizona Cardinals

On November 26, 2012, he was signed from the

practice squad to join the

active roster after the team placed Center

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on Injured Reserve to a torn MCL injury. On August 19, 2013, he was released by the Cardinals.

New York Jets

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

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to serve as backup behind veteran pro bowl center

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. He was released three days later.

Second Stint with the Cincinnati Bengals

On December 3, 2013, he signed with the Cincinnati Bengals for the second time. He was waived on April 28, 2014.

References

External links

Northern Illinois bioArizona Cardinals bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Wedige, Scott 1988 births Living people People from Elkhorn, Wisconsin Players of American football from Wisconsin American football centers Northern Illinois Huskies football players Arizona Cardinals players New York Giants players Cincinnati Bengals players New York Jets players