Rob Housler


Robert Gregory Housler Jr. is a former American football tight end. He played college football at Florida Atlantic and was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He has also played for the Cleveland Browns, Chicago Bears and New England Patriots.

Early years

He was born on March 17, 1988 in El Paso, Texas. He went to high school at Judson HS, and then went to college at Florida Atlantic.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals

Housler was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round in the 2011 NFL Draft. In four seasons with the Cardinals, he totaled 105 receptions for 1,133 yards and one touchdown.

Cleveland Browns

On April 9, 2015, Housler signed a one-year deal with the Cleveland Browns. He was placed on injured reserve on November 4, 2015 with a hamstring injury, and was waived on November 17.

Chicago Bears

Housler was signed by the Chicago Bears on December 8, 2015. On March 14, 2016, he was re-signed by the Bears. He was released by the Bears on September 3, 2016.

New England Patriots

On January 19, 2017, Housler signed a reserve/future contract with the Patriots. He was released by the Patriots on May 17, 2017.

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