On December 16, 1994, Tanner Vallejo, a linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League, was born. He participated in collegiate football at Boise State. He was chosen by the Buffalo Bills in the sixth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Vallejo has also previously played for the Cleveland Browns and the Washington Redskins.
Vallejo joined the Arizona Cardinals practice squad on November 20, 2019. Vallejo was added to the active roster on December 4, 2019. Vallejo recorded a sack on quarterback Devlin Hodges in week 14’s loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he also forced a fumble on running back Benny Snell that was recovered by teammate Terrell Suggs. The injury reserve was activated on December 18, 2019.
Where did Tanner Vallejo go to college?
Tanner Vallejo attended Boise State
Did Tanner Vallejo play college football?
Yes, Vallejo had 100 tackles as a sophomore at Boise State, but he had to leave his college career early so he could have wrist surgery. He contributed to the Broncos’ 28-0 victory in one game during his sophomore campaign by blocking two kicks. His speed and capacity to break up plays in the backfield were highlighted by Pro Football Focus. They did, however, mention in their scouting report that he was undersized and had weak tackling technique his senior year.
