Dion Jordan Signs With Seattle Seahawks, Seeks Fresh Start
Former Oregon Football Defensive End Dion Jordan did not have success in Miami and hopes to turn things around after signing with Seattle on Tuesday.
After success with the University of Oregon, Dion Jordan was selected third pick in the 2013 NFL Draft. Jordan saw limited time on the field follownig substance abuse problems as well as the suspensions that went along with them. The culture in Miami at the time was also not the best as the team was trying to find their way.
Dion Jordan was released om March 31st for failing a physical. He passed a physical with Seattle and was signed by the Seahawks on Tuesday. The former Oregon Ducks Defensive End will have a fresh start with a new team and hopefully healthy. Part of the problem in Miami was knee related over last season.
Source: Dion Jordan has agreed to terms with the #Seahawks. Fresh start for the former No. 3 overall pick.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) April 11, 2017
The football culture in Seattle should also help Jordan with his future development. According to NFL.com, there could be a spot on the Seahawks roster for the former Duck.
"For Seattle, it’s a swing at an athletic pass rusher with little risk. Jordan owns the athleticism to play either edge rusher or SAM linebacker in Pete Carroll’s defense.Kevin Patra on Dion Jordan (via NFL.com)"
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In his four seasons with the Oregon Ducks, Dion Jordan had 121 tackles, 29 for a loss to go with 14.5 sacks and 4 forced fumbles in 33 games played.