Jason Phillips

Jason Phillips is the name of:

Jason Phillips (linebacker)

Jason Wesley Phillips (born February 14, 1986) is an American football linebacker (NFL). He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fifth round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He played college football at Texas Christian University (TCU).

Phillips has also played for the Carolina Panthers and Philadelphia Eagles.

Early years

Phillips played quarterback and linebacker at Waller High School in Waller, Texas, where he was coached by his father, Jim Phillips. He also served as the Bulldogs' long snapper. As a senior in 2003, he threw for 1,070 yards and rushed for 1,291 to earn District 18-4A MVP honors. He also ran track at Waller, and was a regional qualifier in the 110 meter hurdles.

College career

Once at TCU, Phillips redshirted in 2004 as a fullback. In 2005, he was moved to linebacker and immediately earned a starting job. His first collegiate game was a 17-10 win against Oklahoma in Norman. That year, Phillips led the Horned Frogs in tackles and helped them win their first-ever Mountain West Conference Championship. He became the first freshman in conference history to be named All-MWC, as a Second Team selection. He was also named MWC Freshman of the Year by College Football News and Second Team Freshman All-America by The Sporting News. As a sophomore in 2006, Phillips was named First Team All-MWC and was second on the team in tackles.

Jason Phillips (wide receiver)

Jason Howell Phillips (born October 11, 1966) is the offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach for the SMU Mustangs football team, which represents the Southern Methodist University. He is also a former professional American football player who played as wide receiver for five seasons for the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons. Phillips played college football for Houston. Coach June Jones from SMU coached him in Atlanta as offensive coordinator.

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