Professional career
Pre-draft measurables| Height | Weight |
|---|
6 ft 3+5⁄8 in
(1.92 m) | 252 lb
(114 kg) |
| All values from NFL Combine [4] |
New York Jets
Drafted in the first round (13th overall, via pick acquired from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in exchange for Keyshawn Johnson) of the 2000 NFL draft, [5] he made an immediate impact for the New York Jets; in his rookie season, he recorded 12 tackles and 4.5 sacks in only six games before being injured. [6] In 2001, he recorded 58 tackles and 13 sacks, and was named to the AFC Pro Bowl. [7] In 2002, he recorded 48 tackles, with 10 sacks, and was again named to the Pro Bowl. [8] In 2003, he only recorded 37 tackles and six sacks, due to being injured mid-season. [9]
Abraham tied a franchise record set by Joe Klecko and Mark Gastineau with four sacks in a game on November 4, 2001, against the New Orleans Saints. [10] Abraham was designated with the franchise tag by the Jets on February 21, 2006. [11]
Atlanta Falcons
Abraham was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for Atlanta's 2006 NFL draft first round pick (No. 29), which was acquired from Denver Broncos. [12]
In 2008, he had a career high 16.5 sacks through the entire season and ranked third in the league that year. [13] [14]
On December 12, 2010, Abraham recorded two sacks against the Carolina Panthers. [15] The two sacks gave him 100.5 for his career, making him only the 25th player in NFL history to eclipse 100. On December 27, on Monday Night Football against the New Orleans Saints, Abraham recorded his first career interception after deflecting and catching a Drew Brees pass attempt. [16]
In December 2010, Abraham was selected to his fourth Pro Bowl. He was ranked 69th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2011. [17]
On June 21, 2012, Abraham signed a 3-year $16.72 million contract to remain in Atlanta. [18]
On March 1, 2013, Abraham was released by the Atlanta Falcons. [19]
Arizona Cardinals
Abraham signed with the Arizona Cardinals on July 25, 2013. [20] In his first season in Arizona, he recorded 11.5 sacks, which ranked seventh in the NFL, [21] and 4 forced fumbles. [22] After a productive first season with the Cardinals, Abraham left Arizona's week one Monday Night Football game on September 10, 2014, after a concussion. After the game, he spoke with Bruce Arians for several hours discussing if he should retire. [23] On September 19, 2014, Abraham's 2014 season prematurely ended as the Cardinals placed him on injured reserve, effectively ending his career. [24]
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