Brandon Pettigrew
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Position: TE
Jersey #: 87
Date of Birth: February 23, 1985
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 278 lbs
First Team: DET (2009)
Last Team: DET (2016)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
| Year | Team | Games | Rec | Targets | Rec Yds | TDs | YAC | 1st Downs | Fumbles | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | DET | 7 | 7 | 15 | 67 | 1 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 13 |
| 2014 | DET | 7 | 10 | 15 | 70 | 0 | 31 | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| 2013 | DET | 14 | 41 | 63 | 416 | 2 | 188 | 19 | 1 | 52 |
| 2012 | DET | 13 | 59 | 102 | 567 | 3 | 235 | 33 | 2 | 71 |
| 2011 | DET | 16 | 83 | 126 | 777 | 5 | 309 | 37 | 0 | 108 |
| 2010 | DET | 16 | 71 | 111 | 722 | 4 | 351 | 35 | 0 | 96 |
| 2009 | DET | 10 | 31 | 55 | 352 | 2 | 192 | 20 | 0 | 47 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Brandon Pettigrew Career Overview
Position: Tight End (TE)Date of Birth: February 23, 1985
Career History
- Detroit Lions (2009 - 2016)
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted in the 1st round (20th overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions.
- Played a pivotal role in the Lions' offense, known for his solid blocking skills and reliable hands.
- Recorded his best statistical season in 2011, with 83 receptions for 777 yards and 4 touchdowns.
- Named to the NFL All-Rookie Team in 2009.
- Part of a Lions team that reached the playoffs in 2011, marking the franchise's first postseason appearance since 1999.
- In total, Pettigrew accumulated 251 receptions for 2,830 yards and 16 touchdowns during his NFL career.
Post-NFL Career
After retiring from professional football, Pettigrew has remained involved in the sport through various community initiatives and mentoring young players.
Legacy
Brandon Pettigrew is remembered as a key contributor to the Detroit Lions during his tenure, demonstrating the versatility and importance of the tight end position in modern football.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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