The Korey Toomer Chargers - A Talented Linebacker
Introduction
Korey Toomer is a former linebacker who played for the Los Angeles Chargers from 2016 to 2017. He is known for his speed, agility, and quick decision-making on the field, making him a valuable asset to the Chargers' defense. In this article, we will take a closer look at the career of Korey Toomer, his achievements, and his impact on the Chargers.
Career
Early Years
Korey Toomer was born on December 9, 1988, in Phoenix, Arizona. He attended Shadow Mountain High School, where he played football as a linebacker and running back. He recorded 75 tackles and 3 interceptions during his senior year, which earned him a scholarship to the University of Idaho.
College Career
Toomer played for the University of Idaho from 2008 to 2011. During his college career, he recorded 270 tackles, 13.5 sacks, and 5 interceptions. He was named first-team All-WAC in 2010 and 2011, and he was also named the WAC Defensive Player of the Year in 2011.
NFL Career
Toomer was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fifth round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He played for the Seahawks for two seasons before being released in 2014. Toomer then signed with the Dallas Cowboys, but he was released before the start of the season. He then signed with the St. Louis Rams and played in three games before being released again. Toomer then signed with the San Francisco 49ers in 2015 and played in seven games before being released again. In 2016, Toomer signed with the Los Angeles Chargers and played in 13 games, recording 76 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 1 interception. He played in 15 games for the Chargers in 2017, recording 48 tackles and 1 sack.
Achievements
- WAC Defensive Player of the Year (2011)
- First-team All-WAC (2010, 2011)
Impact on the Chargers
Korey Toomer made an immediate impact on the Chargers' defense when he signed with the team in 2016. His speed and agility made him a valuable asset in pass coverage, and his quick decision-making allowed him to make plays in the backfield. In 2017, Toomer played in 15 games and was a key contributor to the Chargers' defense, recording 48 tackles and 1 sack. However, Toomer was released by the Chargers before the start of the 2018 season.
