Scott Edward Solomon (born November 5, 1988) is a former

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who played in the

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(NFL). He was selected in the seventh round, 211th overall, by the

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in the

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. He played

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Professional career

Tennessee Titans

Solomon was selected in the seventh round, 211th overall, by the Tennessee Titans in the 2012 NFL Draft. He made four tackles in his rookie season. He was released by the Titans on August 31, 2013.

New York Jets

Solomon was claimed off waivers by the

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on September 1, 2013. He was released on September 10, 2013. He was re-signed six days later. He was released on October 4, 2013 after the Jets claimed tight end

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off waivers.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Solomon signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on December 26, 2013. He was released by the Buccaneers on September 9, 2014 and re-signed by the team on September 12, 2014. He was released by the Buccaneers on October 21, 2014.

Cleveland Browns

Solomon was signed to the Cleveland Browns' practice squad on November 18, 2014. He was promoted to the active roster on December 20, 2014. On October 14, 2015, Solomon was placed on injured reserve. On April 4, Solomon signed with the Cleveland Browns as a restricted free agent. On May 2, 2016, Solomon was released.

References

External links

Tampa Bay Buccaneers bio

Tennessee Titans bio

{{DEFAULTSORT:Solomon, Scott 1988 births Living people American football defensive ends American football linebackers Cleveland Browns players New York Jets players Rice Owls football players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Tennessee Titans players Players of American football from San Antonio