David Irons
- This article is about the (American) footballer. For the former football (soccer) player, see Davie Irons.
| Atlanta Falcons | |
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| Career information | |
| College: | Auburn |
| NFL draft: | 2007 / Round: 6 / Pick: 194 |
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David Irons (born October 9, 1982) is a defensive back that played for Auburn University in college and was selected by the Atlanta Falcons with the 20th pick of the 6th round in the 2007 NFL Draft.
College career
Irons began his college career at Butler Community College in 2001 but was unable to play that season due to a knee injury and resulting surgery. In the 2002 season, he recorded 45 tackles and two interceptions. In 2003, he helped lead the BCC Grizzlies to an NJCAA National Championship with 59 tackles, three interceptions, and nine pass breakups.
After moving on to Auburn in 2004, David again injured his knee in pre-season practice and did not play in the Tigers' undefeated season. He was able to return and start in eleven games in 2005 and was named to the AP All-SEC Second-Team with 48 tackles (36 solo, 12 assists) and 11 pass break-ups. Due to his knee injuries, Irons applied for and was granted an additional year of eligibility by the NCAA. He had already graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology, but began coursework towards a Master's Degree in the fall semester of 2006 to maintain eligibility. Prior to the 2006 season, David was named to the Coaches All-SEC First Team and the Jim Thorpe Award Preseason Watch List. Irons finished the regular season with 39 tackles (22 solo, 17 assists), 11 pass break-ups and two interceptions and was named to the Coaches All-SEC Second Team. At the NFL combine prior to the 2007 Draft, David reportedly scored a 4 out of 50 on the Wonderlic Test.[1] However, Irons was diagnosed with a learning disability in elementary school and said in an interview he was given no accommodations, such as extra time, for his test.[2]
Irons was ultimately drafted to the Atlanta Falcons as the 20th pick in the 6th round.
Personal
His brother Kenny Irons, was a teammate at Auburn and was selected in the 2nd round (49th overall) of the 2007 draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. He is the nephew of Gerald Irons and Leroy Jackson and he is the cousin of Grant Irons, Jarrett Irons and Paul Irons.[3]
References
- ^ Hansen, Eric (2007-04-10). "Battle: Quinn has NFL tools". South Bend Tribune. Retrieved 2007-07-18.
- ^ Sinor, Wes. "Former AU cornerback David Irons scores low on Wonderlic personnel test with NFL draft at stake". The Plainsman. The Plainsman. Retrieved 2007-07-18.
- ^ Schlabach, Mark (2006-08-25). "Irons brothers take long road to collegiate success". ESPN Internet Ventures. Retrieved 2007-11-26.
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