Micah Kiser (born January 25, 1995) is an American professional football linebacker. He played college football for the Virginia Cavaliers, and was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2018 NFL draft. He has also played for the Denver Broncos.
Early life
Kiser attended the
Gilman School in Baltimore, Maryland. He committed to the University of Virginia to play
college football.
College career
Kiser played college football for Virginia from 2013 to 2017.
[ Decorated UVa linebacker Kiser comes full circle in college finale] As a senior, he won the William V. Campbell Trophy and was named an
All-American by the
Sporting News.
[ Micah Kiser wins Campbell trophy as college football's top scholar-athlete][ Virginia's Micah Kiser future extends way past football, and it's just as exciting] During his career, he had 408
tackled gridiron, 19
qb sack, and one
interception.
Professional career
Los Angeles Rams
Kiser was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the fifth round (147th overall) of the 2018 NFL draft.
Kiser was placed on injured reserve on August 31, 2019.
In Week 2 of the 2020 season against the Philadelphia Eagles, Kiser recorded a team high 16 tackles (11 solo) and forced a fumble on running back Miles Sanders which was recovered by teammate Kenny Young during the 37–19 win.
On August 31, 2021, Kiser was waived by the Rams and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.
Denver Broncos
On September 22, 2021, Kiser was signed by the
Denver Broncos off the Rams practice squad.
He was placed on injured reserve on October 23, 2021.
He was activated on December 11.
Las Vegas Raiders
On March 21, 2022, Kiser signed with the Las Vegas Raiders.
On August 1, 2022, Kiser was placed on injured reserve.
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