Tavon Rooks
| Free agent | |
|---|---|
| Position: | Offensive tackle |
| Personal information | |
| Date of birth: | May 10, 1990 |
| Place of birth: | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Weight: | 299 lb (136 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Woodlawn (MD) |
| College: | Kansas State |
| NFL Draft: | 2014 / Round: 6 / Pick: 202 |
| Career history | |
| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
Tavon Rooks (born May 10, 1990) is an American football offensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round of the 2014 NFL draft. He played college football at Kansas State.
College career
Rooks attended Navarro Junior College before transferring to Kansas State.
Professional career
New Orleans Saints
Rooks was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 6th round of the 2014 NFL Draft. On August 30, 2014, he was waived by the Saints. On September 1, 2014, he was signed to the Saints' practice squad.
Arizona Cardinals
On January 5, 2015, Rooks was signed to a reserve/future contract by the Arizona Cardinals. On June 5, 2015, he was released by the Cardinals.
Kansas City Chiefs
On June 16, 2015, Rooks was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs. During spring training in August 2015, Rooks suffered a heart attack during practice. A few days later he had splints placed in his heart. He was placed on the medical IR. On September 1, 2015, he was released by the Chiefs.