Jason Avant is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons. He was born on April 20, 1983, in Chicago, Illinois, and attended the University of Michigan, where he played college football for the Wolverines.
Avant was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He spent the majority of his career with the Eagles, playing for them from 2006 to 2013. He then played for the Carolina Panthers in 2014 and the Kansas City Chiefs in 2015 before retiring from the NFL.
Throughout his career, Avant was known for his reliable hands and ability to make tough catches in traffic. He was also a strong blocker and a respected leader in the locker room.
In his rookie season with the Eagles, Avant played in all 16 games and caught 7 passes for 68 yards. He continued to improve each year, setting career highs in receptions (53) and receiving yards (447) in 2011. He also scored a career-high three touchdowns in 2012.
Avant's best season came in 2013, when he caught 38 passes for 447 yards and two touchdowns. He played a key role in the Eagles' offense that season, helping them win the NFC East division title and make the playoffs.
After leaving the Eagles, Avant played one season with the Panthers in 2014. He caught 21 passes for 201 yards and a touchdown, helping the team reach the playoffs. He then signed with the Chiefs in 2015, where he played in 15 games and caught 15 passes for 119 yards.
Avant retired from the NFL in 2016 and has since become a coach. He currently serves as the wide receivers coach at the University of Michigan, his alma mater.
Overall, Jason Avant had a successful career in the NFL, playing for three different teams and earning a reputation as a reliable receiver and respected leader. He finished his career with 346 receptions for 4,118 yards and 13 touchdowns.
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