James Atoe

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James Atoe
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Atoe in 2017
Personal information
Born: (1991-10-01) October 1, 1991 (age 32)
Height:6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Weight:375 lb (170 kg)
Career information
High school: The Dalles (OR)
College: Washington
Position: Offensive lineman
Undrafted: 2015
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Career Arena statistics
Games played:3
Games started:2
Player stats at ArenaFan.com
James Atoe
Medal record
Men's American football
Representing Flag of the United States (23px).png  United States
World Championship
Gold medal icon (G initial).svg 2015 United States Team Competition

James Atoe (born October 1, 1991) is an American football offensive lineman who is currently a free agent. He played college football at University of Washington and attended The Dalles High School in The Dalles, Oregon. He has also been a member of the Colorado Crush and the Spokane Empire.

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College career

Atoe played for the Washington Huskies from 2010 to 2014. [1] He was the team's starter his final year and helped the Huskies to 31 wins. He played in 43 games during his career including 13 starts at guard and 7 at tackle.

College statistics

NCAA collegiate career statistics
Washington Huskies
SeasonOffensive line
Games playedGames started
2010 Redshirt
2011 30
2012 136
2013 130
2014 1414
NCAA career totals4320

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeight 40-yard dash 10-yard split20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 6 in
(1.98 m)		367 lb
(166 kg)		5.69 s1.92 s3.20 s5.23 s8.43 s27.5 in
(0.70 m)		8 ft 4 in
(2.54 m)		30 reps
All values from Washington Pro Day [2]

Atoe was invited to the Seattle Seahawks rookie mini-camp as an undrafted free agent, but was not offered a contract. [3] After being cut by the Seahawks, Atoe was invited to play for the United States national American football team. Atoe helped the United States win the 2015 IFAF World Championship, and was named to the All-Tournament team. [4]

Colorado Crush

Atoe signed with the Colorado Crush in January, 2016. He was named Second Team All-IFL following the season. [5]

Spokane Empire

On October 4, 2016, Atoe signed with the Spokane Empire. [6] On January 24, 2017, the Empire placed Atoe on the transfer list.

Washington Valor

Atoe was assigned to the Washington Valor on January 17, 2017. [7]

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References

  1. ↑ Adam Jude (August 11, 2013). "Huskies' offensive line hopes battle scars prepare them for better season". www.seattletimes.com. The Seattle Times Company. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  2. ↑ "James Atoe". nfldraftscout.com. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  3. ↑ Samantha Pell (July 8, 2015). "Ex-Huskies James Atoe and Mike Criste trying to extend NFL dreams at IFAF World Championship". www.blog.seattlepi.com. Hearst Seattle Media, LLC. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  4. ↑ Brad Bournival (July 18, 2015). "USA wins gold medal at 2015 IFAF World Championship, WR Trent Steelman is MVP". www.web.usafootball.com. USA Football Inc. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  5. ↑ "2016 All-IFL Teams Announced". www.oursportscentral.com. OurSports Central. June 30, 2016. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  6. ↑ "Empire Adds ALL-FL OL James Atoe". www.oursportscentral.com. OurSports Central. October 5, 2016. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
  7. ↑ "Savage and Atoe Added to Roster". www.washingtonvalor.com. Momentum Sports Entertainment. January 18, 2017. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
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