Jamey Richard (born October 9, 1984) is a former

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. He was drafted by the

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in the seventh round of the

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. He played

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at the

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. He was named Male Student-Athlete of the Year at Buffalo following his senior season. Jamey is the first player from Weston High School to ever play football professionally.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

Richard got his first NFL start September 7, 2008 against the Chicago Bears. He replaced

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at center who was injured. On December 28, 2008 against the

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he confidently secured a loose football in the end zone against the visiting Titans, capping a 23-0 shutout. Richard was named to PFW's All-Rookie team for his role on the interior offensive line for the Colts. On September 12, 2011, he was waived by the Colts. Jameson Richard was re-signed by the Indianapolis Colts.

New England Patriots

Richard was signed to the

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on May 25, 2012. He was placed on

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on August 2 after suffering a concussion during training camp.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Richard, Jamey 1984 births Living people People from Weston, Connecticut Sportspeople from Fairfield County, Connecticut Players of American football from Connecticut American football centers American football offensive guards Buffalo Bulls football players Indianapolis Colts players New England Patriots players