Introduction
Rashad Ahmad Ross (born February 2, 1990) is an American football wide receiver and return specialist who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Arizona State University and went undrafted in the 2013 NFL Draft.
Professional career
Tennessee Titans
After going unselected in the 2013 NFL Draft, Ross was signed by the Tennessee Titans on April 30, 2013. After being released for final roster cuts, the Titans signed him to their practice squad.
Kansas City Chiefs
On November 12, 2013, Ross was signed to the practice squad of the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs released him on May 12, 2014.
Washington Redskins
Ross signed with the Washington Redskins on May 23, 2014. The Redskins waived Ross on August 26, 2014.
Chicago Bears
Ross signed with the practice squad of the Chicago Bears on September 1, 2014. He was released on September 30.
Second stint with Redskins
Ross signed with the practice squad of the Washington Redskins on October 15, 2014. Ross was terminated from the practice squad on November 17, 2014, but was re-signed on December 8. He signed a futures contract on December 29.
After working out with fellow receiver, DeSean Jackson, during the 2015 offseason, Ross had an outstanding preseason performance. After all four preseason games, Ross recorded 25 receptions for 266 receiving yards and four touchdowns, leading the league in all three categories. After final roster cuts, Ross remained on the active 53-man roster as a reserve receiver.
He became the team's kickoff returner in Week 3 with fellow receiver Jamison Crowder as a punt returner. Quickly into action against the New York Giants on Thursday Night Football, Ross recorded his first two career receptions, as well as his first touchdown off of a 101-yard kick return. In Week 4 against the Philadelphia Eagles, he had a 43-yard reception in the third quarter. He recovered a punt blocked by Jeron Johnson in the endzone against the New York Jets in Week 6, scoring his second career touchdown. In the last game of the regular season against the Dallas Cowboys, Ross recorded a 71-yard touchdown reception from backup quarterback Colt McCoy, the first receiving touchdown of his career.
In 2016, Ross was active for five games recording one catch for 8 yards before being released on December 22, 2016.
Detroit Lions
On December 24, 2016, Ross was signed to the Lions' practice squad.