Dana Robert Cottrell (born January 11, 1974) is an American former professional football linebacker who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Cincinnati Bengals, Jacksonville Jaguars and New England Patriots. He played college football for the Syracuse Orange. Cottrell also played for the England Monarchs in NFL Europe.
Early life Cottrell was born on January 11, 1974, in Boston, Massachusetts. He attended Billerica Memorial High School in Billerica, Massachusetts.
College career Cottrell played college football for the Syracuse Orangemen from 1993 to 1996 and was a four-year letterman. He had one interception for 11 yards in 1995.
Professional career
Cincinnati Bengals After going undrafted in the 1997 NFL draft, Cottrell signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent. On July 28, 1997, he was waived by the team.
Jacksonville Jaguars On July 30, 1997, the Jacksonville Jaguars signed Cottrell. On August 18, 1997, he was released.
New England Patriots On February 2, 1998, Cottrell was signed by the New England Patriots. On August 25, he was waived by the team. On December 9, Cottrell was signed to the practice squad. On December 19, he was signed to the active roster. Cottrell played three games, including the Wild Card game against the Jaguars. On September 5, 1999, he was released by the team.
England Monarchs On February 18, 1998, Cottrell was allocated to the England Monarchs of NFL Europe. He had 19 tackles and one sack.
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