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American football player
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24 September 1987(Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, U.S.A.)
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Biography
Introduction
Akeem Dent (born September 24, 1987) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Georgia.
Professional career
Atlanta Falcons
Dent was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round (91st pick overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft. He was signed by the team on July 28. Dent was selected to the Pro Football Weekly All-Rookie Team.
Houston Texans
On June 18, 2014, Dent was traded to the Houston Texans for quarterback T.J. Yates.
Dent signed a two-year contract to stay with the Texans on March 24, 2015.