16 Facts About Cory Redding

Cory Redding was selected by the Detroit Lions in the third round of the 2003 NFL draft and played college football for the Texas Longhorns.

Cory Redding was born in Houston, Texas, the son of Carl Benjamin Redding and Mary Zerlene Brantley.

Cory Redding excelled in track and field, winning the state Class 5A title in the discus as a junior and senior.

Cory Redding played college football for the Texas Longhorns at the University of Texas.

Cory Redding finished his collegiate career with 201 tackles, 21 sacks, and 53 tackles for a loss totaling 249 yards.

Cory Redding became the starter at left defensive end prior to the 2004 season.

Cory Redding emerged in 2006 as one of the best inside pass-rushers in the NFL after moving from defensive end to tackle.

Cory Redding was placed on season-ending injured reserve with injuries to his knee and groin on December 12,2008.

Cory Redding was expected to play defensive end on 1st and 2nd downs and play defensive tackle on 3rd downs for extra pass rush.

Cory Redding signed a two-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens on March 22,2010.

Cory Redding intercepted a tipped pass by Drew Brees in a week 15 game against the New Orleans Saints on December 19,2010, to help seal a big win for the Ravens.

Cory Redding had another solid season in 2011, recording 4 sacks and helping the Ravens defense allow the 2nd fewest yards in the league.

Cory Redding signed with the Indianapolis Colts on March 14,2012.

Cory Redding signed with the Arizona Cardinals on March 11,2015.

On October 11,2015, Cory Redding had an interception against the Detroit Lions that he returned 30 yards.

On December 27,2015, Cory Redding returned an Aaron Rodgers fumble 36 yards for a score against the Green Bay Packers.