1. Shane Michael Ray was born on May 18,1993 and is an American professional football linebacker for the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.
21 Facts About Shane Ray
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Shane Ray played college football at Missouri, where he was recognized as a unanimous All-American.
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Shane Ray was selected by the Denver Broncos in the first round of the 2015 NFL draft.
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Shane Ray cooled off towards the end of the season, but he still finished with 65 tackles, 22.5 tackles-for-loss and 14.5 sacks, breaking the record of 11.5 that was owned by both Michael Sam and Aldon Smith.
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Shane Ray was prevented from participating in drills at the NFL Combine due to a foot injury similar to turf toe that he obtained during the 2015 Citrus Bowl, however many doctors said surgery is not needed.
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Shane Ray was a potential top ten draft pick until he was arrested for marijuana possession.
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Shane Ray ended his rookie season with 20 tackles, four sacks, and one pass deflection.
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Shane Ray came off the bench and had two tackles and a forced fumble in the game.
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On July 28,2017, it was revealed that Shane Ray had suffered a torn ligament in his wrist, which ruled him out for six to eight weeks.
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Shane Ray was placed on injured reserve on September 4,2017, making him eligible to return in 2017.
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Shane Ray was placed back on injured reserve on December 19,2017 after having his third wrist surgery.
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On June 6,2018, it was reported that Shane Ray would require another wrist surgery that would sideline him for at least three months.
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On May 17,2019, Shane Ray signed with the Baltimore Ravens.
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Shane Ray was released during final roster cuts on August 30,2019.
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On February 6,2021, Shane Ray signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
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In 2023, Shane Ray suffered a torn bicep late in the season and was on the injured list when the team won the 109th Grey Cup championship.
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Shane Ray became a free agent upon the expiration of his contract on February 14,2023.
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On May 12,2023, Shane Ray was invited to the Bills' minicamp for a tryout, and was later signed to a deal, reuniting with former Broncos teammate Von Miller.
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Shane Ray was placed on injured reserve on August 21,2023.
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On July 25,2024, Shane Ray signed with the Tennessee Titans.
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On January 27,2025, Shane Ray signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, making his return to the CFL.