1. Jason Adjepong Worilds was born on March 3,1988 and is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League.
15 Facts About Jason Worilds
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Jason Worilds played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies and was selected by the Steelers in the second round of the 2010 NFL draft.
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Jason Worilds retired during the prime of his career to become one of Jehovah's Witnesses.
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Jason Worilds played on the defensive line as well as linebacker and fullback.
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Jason Worilds's success continued on into his senior year in which he had 107 tackles, 18 for a loss and 10 sacks, again earning All-State honors and becoming the first player in school history to have the honor in consecutive honors.
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Jason Worilds was ranked the eight best in the country from scout.
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Jason Worilds began by seeing the field in two games on defense and special teams.
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Jason Worilds blocked a punt against the North Carolina Tar Heels and returned it for seven yards.
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Jason Worilds picked up where he left off in 2007, and had two quarterback hurries in the opener against East Carolina University.
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Jason Worilds was 4th on his team in tackles with 62.
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Jason Worilds posted 7 tackles against Virginia Tech's bitter rivals, University of Virginia.
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Jason Worilds finished his college career with 41 games played, 25 games started, 132 tackles, 34 tackles for loss, 15.00 sacks, 2 pass break-ups, 2 passes defended, 67 quarterback hits, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 blocked kick.
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On March 11,2015, Jason Worilds unexpectedly announced his retirement from the NFL at the age of 27 and after five years as a Pittsburgh Steeler.
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Jason Worilds became an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career and was expected to receive a $7-$8 million salary with at least $15 million guaranteed.
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Jason Worilds chose to retire to dedicate his life to Jehovah God as one of Jehovah's Witnesses.