Brandon Renkart


Brandon Renkart is a former American football linebacker. He was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football at Rutgers.
Renkart has also been a member of the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts.

Early years

Renkart grew up in Piscataway, New Jersey and played at Piscataway Township High School, where he quarterbacked the football team to a 12-0 record and the Group IV State title as a senior.

Professional career

New York Jets

Renkart was signed by the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent after the 2008 NFL Draft. He spent most of the season on their Practice Squad before being cut during final roster cuts before the season.

Arizona Cardinals

After being released by the Jets, Renkart signed for the Arizona Cardinals. He spent most of the 2009 season on their Practice Squad before being signed off the Cardinals' Practice Squad by the Indianapolis Colts.

Indianapolis Colts

Renkart signed with the Indianapolis Colts on 30 December 2009; he was waived on 17 June 2010 to make room for kicker Garrett Lindholm, whom they signed off waivers from the Atlanta Falcons.

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Renkart on August 12, 2010, after linebacker Andre Frazier was placed on injured reserve.