BRIAN WITHERSPOON
CORNERBACK / KICK RETURNER #32
CAROLINA PANTHERS
“My becoming a part of ETL was the best decision I made this year. Everyone here is family! I couldn’t have asked for a better group of guys to be around. They helped me to become a better individual! They helped me make all the right choices during my whole pre-draft process and this was and still is the best time of my life with the help of ETL! I’m very thankful for these guys and anyone who doesn’t take the opportunity to become a part of this family should second guess themselves because these are the types of guys that should work for everyone. Thanks ETL!”
Blazing fast cornerback and kick returner who is a threat to take it the distance every time he touches the ball. Explosive athleticism provides a formidable complement to his sound technique and footwork as a defensive back.
Professional Career
Signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars as a rookie free agent on April 27, 2008. Broke Jaguars rookie all-purpose yardage record with 1250 kickoff return yards and 192 punt return yards. Averaged 23.7 yards on kickoff returns in seven games for the Jaguars in 2009. Claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions on December 15, 2009. Released by Detroit and claimed off waivers by the Carolina Panthers on April 16, 2010.
Collegiate Career
Named First team All-America by D2football.com as a senior at Stillman College. Recorded three interceptions with 14 tackles in 2006 despite missing six games due to injury. Earned Division II All-America honors as a 100-meter track sprinter. Qualified for the Olympic trials in the 100 meters. Played in the Hula Bowl.
High School Career
Attended Choctaw County (Ala.) High School.