Patrick Queen

Last updated

Patrick Queen
Patrick Queen.jpg
Queen with the Baltimore Ravens in 2021
No. 6 – Pittsburgh Steelers
Position: Linebacker
Personal information
Born: (1999-08-13) August 13, 1999 (age 25)
Ventress, Louisiana, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:232 lb (105 kg)
Career information
High school: Livonia (LA)
College: LSU (2017–2019)
NFL draft: 2020  / round: 1 / pick: 28
Career history
Roster status:Active
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics as of Week 9, 2024
Total tackles:509
Sacks:13.5
Forced fumbles:5
Fumble recoveries:6
Pass deflections:17
Interceptions:4
Defensive touchdowns:1
Stats at Pro Football Reference   OOjs UI icon edit-ltr-progressive.svg

Patrick Queen (born August 13, 1999) is an American professional football linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the LSU Tigers and was selected 28th overall by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2020 NFL draft.

Contents

Early life

Born to Dwayne and Mary Sue Queen, Queen grew up in Ventress, Louisiana, as the youngest (and only son) out of four children. [1] [2] He played football in middle school at False River Academy before moving on to high school. He later attended Livonia High School, where he played on the football team as both a linebacker and running back. [3] Queen was a member of Livonia High School's 2014 state championship football team. [4] As a senior in 2016, he rushed for 1,487 yards and 19 touchdowns on offense and had 66 tackles, seven tackles for losses, and six passes broken up on defense. [5] Queen participated in the 2014 National Combine, and received first team honors as a cornerback. [6]

Despite his four-star prospect rating, Queen had relatively few offers from Power Five conference schools, particularly the Southeastern Conference, where he had long been interested in playing. [1] Queen's early offers came from smaller schools Tulane, Louisiana, Louisiana–Monroe, Colorado State, McNeese State, Louisiana Tech, and South Florida before receiving offers from Nebraska, Indiana, and his preferred destination of LSU, where he committed without any additional school visits on February 28, 2016. [1] [7] Queen became the first player from Livonia to receive a scholarship from LSU. [1] Queen's recruiting profile was complex, as each major sports recruiting website listed him at a different position. 247Sports, which listed him as a versatile athlete, [note 1] ranked him as the 17th best ATH in the country, and the 12th best player from Louisiana. [8] Rivals, which listed him as an outside linebacker, ranked him as the 13th best OLB in his class and 8th best recruit from Louisiana. [7] ESPN.com, which listed him as a running back, ranked him the 30th best RB in the country and the 14th best recruit from Louisiana.

College recruiting information
NameHometownHigh school / collegeHeightWeight40‡Commit date
Patrick Queen
LB		 Livonia, LA Livonia (LA) 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)204 lb (93 kg)4.72Feb 27, 2016 
Star ratings: Rivals: 4 stars.svg     247Sports: 4 stars.svg     ESPN: 4 stars.svg    ESPN grade: 80
Overall recruiting rankings:   Rivals: 214   247Sports: 298   ESPN: N/A
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Patrick Queen, 2017". Rivals.com. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  • "2017 Team Ranking". Rivals.com. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  • "Patrick Queen". 247sports.com. Retrieved February 4, 2021.

College career

Queen at the post-game presser for the 2020 National Championship game. 2020-0113-OrgeronBurrowQueen.PNG
Queen at the post-game presser for the 2020 National Championship game.

Queen made six tackles in 12 games played as a true freshman. [9] He finished his sophomore season with 40 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss and a sack. [10] Queen entered his junior year on the watchlist for the Butkus Award. [11] Queen finished the regular season with 69 tackles (eight for a loss), 2.5 sacks, three pass deflections, two breakups, an interception and a fumble recovery. [12] Queen was named the Defensive MVP of the 2020 National Championship Game after making eight tackles with 2.5 for a loss and a combined sack against Clemson. [13] Following the end of the season Queen announced that he would forgo his senior season to enter the 2020 NFL draft. [14]

Statistics

YearTeamGamesTacklesInterceptionsFumbles
GPGSTotalSoloAstSackPDIntYdsTDFFFRTD
2017 LSU 1206240.00000000
2018 LSU 1344020201.00000000
2019 LSU 15118537483.021160010
Career401513159724.021160010

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split20-yard split Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 0+1⁄4 in
(1.84 m)		229 lb
(104 kg)		31+5⁄8 in
(0.80 m)		10 in
(0.25 m)		4.50 s1.58 s2.64 s35.0 in
(0.89 m)		10 ft 5 in
(3.18 m)		18 reps
All values from NFL Combine [15] [16]

Baltimore Ravens

2020

Queen (#6) playing against the Los Angeles Chargers in 2021. Patrick Queen Ravens vs Chargers OCT2021 (cropped).jpg
Queen (#6) playing against the Los Angeles Chargers in 2021.

Queen was selected by the Baltimore Ravens with the 28th pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. [17] He is the first LSU player the Ravens have ever drafted. [18] Queen made his professional debut in a 38–6 win against the Cleveland Browns recording a team high eight tackles, a sack and a forced fumble. [19]

In Week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals, Queen led the team with nine tackles, recorded a strip sack on former LSU teammate Joe Burrow that he also recovered, and recovered a fumble lost by Mike Thomas which he returned for a 53-yard touchdown during the 27–3 win. [20] On October 14, 2020, Queen was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance in Week 5. [21] He was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the team on November 3, 2020, [22] and activated four days later. [23] In Week 13 against the Dallas Cowboys, Queen recorded his first career interception off a pass thrown by Andy Dalton during the 34–17 win. [24] He finished his rookie season starting all 16 games. He recorded 106 total tackles (66 solo), one interception, two passes defended, and two forced fumbles. [25] He was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team. [26]

2021

In 2021, Queen changed his jersey number from #48 to #6 following the relaxation of the NFL's jersey number rules. [27] In the 2021 season, he started in all 17 games. He finished with two sacks, 98 total tackles (68 solo), one pass defended, and one forced fumble. [28]

2022

In the 2022 season, he started in all 17 games. He recorded five sacks, 117 total tackles (79 solo), two interceptions, six passes defended, and one forced fumble. [29]

2023

Queen had his fifth-year option declined before the season. [30] He would nevertheless set a career-high with 133 total tackles (84 solo) and tied his career-high in pass-breakups. [31] He was named to his first Pro Bowl prior to Week 18. [32]

Pittsburgh Steelers

On March 15, 2024, Queen signed a three-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers worth $41 million. [33] [34]

Despite a slow start to the season, Queen broke out as a Steeler during the team's 32–13 win over the Raiders when he recorded 13 tackles (six solo, seven assisted), and contributed for 0.5 stuffs. [35] In Week 11, Queen faced off against his former team, the Baltimore Ravens, for the first time since signing with the Steelers. [36] He recorded 10 total tackles, one stuff, and forced a fumble on tight end Isaiah Likely and recovered it for Pittsburgh, to set up a field goal. [37] During a 24–19 loss to divisional opponents Cleveland Browns, Queen was the team's leading tackler. He recorded seven total tackles (two solo and five assisted). [38] [39]

NFL career statistics

YearTeamGamesTacklesInterceptionsFumbles
GGSCombSoloAstSackIntYdsLngTDPDFFFRYdsTD
2020 BAL 161610666403.01000222531
2021 BAL 17179868302.0000011100
2022 BAL 171711779385.021111061250
2023 BAL 171713384493.512121061100
2024 PIT 885527280.0000020000
Career 757550932418513.54322101756581

Notes

  1. ↑ Abbreviated as ATH, this is a recruiting designation used when a player is likely to be recruited at a different position than the one they played in high school.

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Ray Lewis</span> American football player (born 1975)

Raymond Anthony Lewis Jr. is an American former professional football linebacker who played his entire 17-year career for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Miami Hurricanes, where he earned All-America honors. He is considered one of the greatest linebackers of all time.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Terrell Suggs</span> American football player (born 1982)

Terrell Raymonn Suggs, nicknamed "T-Sizzle", is an American former football linebacker who played in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Arizona State Sun Devils, and was recognized as a unanimous All-American. He was selected by the Baltimore Ravens with the 10th overall pick in the 2003 NFL draft, and is the franchise's all-time leader in sacks. He also played for the Arizona Cardinals and the Kansas City Chiefs.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Marcus Spears (defensive end)</span> American football player (born 1983)

Marcus Rayshon Spears, nicknamed "Swagu", is an American former professional football player who was a defensive end for nine seasons in the National Football League (NFL), primarily for the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football for the LSU Tigers, earning consensus All-American honors. Spears was selected by the Cowboys in the first round of the 2005 NFL draft. He also played in the NFL for the Baltimore Ravens.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Lawrence Timmons</span> American football player (born 1986)

Lawrence Olajuwon Timmons is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the 2007 NFL draft. He won Super Bowl XLIII with the Steelers the following year, and played in Super Bowl XLV two years later. He played college football for the Florida State Seminoles.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Justin Houston</span> American football player (born 1989)

Justin Donovan Houston is an American professional football linebacker. He played college football at Georgia, where he earned All-American honors, and was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round of the 2011 NFL draft. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, he was also named to the All-Pro team in 2014. He also played for the Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers and Miami Dolphins.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">C. J. Mosley (linebacker)</span> American football player (born 1992)

Clint Mosley Jr. is an American professional football linebacker for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, and was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2014 NFL draft. Mosley made 4 Pro Bowls as a member of the Ravens, and has made another as a member of the Jets.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Barkevious Mingo</span> American football player (born 1990)

Barkevious Levon Mingo is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the LSU Tigers (LSU) and was selected by the Cleveland Browns sixth overall in the 2013 NFL draft. He won Super Bowl LI with the New England Patriots.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kyle Van Noy</span> American football player (born 1991)

Kyle Van Noy is an American professional football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). Van Noy played college football at BYU. He was selected in the second round of the 2014 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions, with whom he spent his first three seasons. Van Noy played his next four seasons for the New England Patriots, where he won Super Bowl LI and Super Bowl LIII. Following a year as a member of the Miami Dolphins, he rejoined New England in 2021. Van Noy signed with the Los Angeles Chargers the following season.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Christian Kirksey</span> American football player (born 1992)

Christian Paul Kirksey is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Iowa Hawkeyes and was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the third round of the 2014 NFL draft. He was also a member of the Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, and Buffalo Bills.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kwon Alexander</span> American football player (born 1994)

Kwon Alexander is an American professional football linebacker for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the LSU Tigers. He was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL draft. Alexander has also played for the San Francisco 49ers, New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Nick Vigil</span> American football player (born 1993)

Nick Vigil is an American professional football linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Utah State, and was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the third round of the 2016 NFL draft. He has also played for the Los Angeles Chargers, the Arizona Cardinals and the Minnesota Vikings.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Matthew Judon</span> American football player (born 1992)

Matthew Judon is an American professional football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Grand Valley State, where he set the Division II record for sacks, and was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL draft. He also played for the New England Patriots.

Lamar Louis is a former American football linebacker. He played college football at Louisiana State and was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Arizona Cardinals in 2016.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">T. J. Watt</span> American football player (born 1994)

Trent Jordan Watt is an American professional football linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers before being selected by the Steelers in the first round of the 2017 NFL draft.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Duke Riley (American football)</span> American football player (born 1994)

Duke Riley is an American professional football linebacker for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at LSU.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Tyus Bowser</span> American football player (born 1995)

Tyus Kevon Bowser is an American professional football linebacker for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Houston Cougars.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Devin White</span> American football player (born 1998)

Devin Marcel White is an American professional football linebacker for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the LSU Tigers, and was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers fifth overall in the 2019 NFL draft. He spent five seasons with the Buccaneers and won a Super Bowl championship with the team in Super Bowl LV.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Nnamdi Madubuike</span> American football player (born 1997)

Nnamdi Madubuike, formerly known as Justin Madubuike, is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Texas A&M.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Alex Highsmith</span> American football player (born 1997)

Alex Highsmith is an American professional football linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Charlotte.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Odafe Oweh</span> American football player (born 1998)

Odafe Jayson Oweh, is an American professional football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions and was drafted by the Ravens in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft.

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Roser, Jerit (February 28, 2016). "Patrick Queen's LSU commitment marks history, 'destiny'". NOLA.com. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  2. ↑ "Patrick Queen: Miracle Child". BRProud News - NBC Local 33, Baton Rouge, LA. January 14, 2020. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  3. ↑ Kubena, Brooks (September 20, 2019). "Patrick Queen is the 'miracle baby' dedicated to LSU from birth; 'One of our best players'". The Advocate . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  4. ↑ Fambrough, Robin (August 13, 2016). "Livonia running back Patrick Queen relishes chance to get defensive". The Advocate. Retrieved March 18, 2021.
  5. ↑ Doucet, Jacques (January 13, 2020). "EYE ON THE TITLE: Patrick Queen, parents, and coaches reflect on LSU LB's legendary career at Livonia High School". WAFB . Gray Television . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  6. ↑ "US Army Combine: All-Combine Team". 247Sports. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  7. 1 2 "Patrick Queen, 2017 Outside linebacker". Rivals.com. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  8. ↑ "Patrick Queen, Livonia, Athlete". 247Sports. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  9. ↑ Rabalais, Scott (October 23, 2018). "LSU's Patrick Queen tops rotation in Devin White's place; Garrett Brumfield works out; other practice notes". The Advocate . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  10. ↑ Miller, Brody (November 14, 2019). "'I've never met anybody who wants it more than he does': Appreciating the patience of Patrick Queen". The Athletic . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  11. ↑ Auzenne, Josh (July 22, 2019). "LSU leads nation with 4 linebackers named to Butkus Award Watch List". WAFB . Gray Television . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  12. ↑ Helmer, Joey (December 26, 2019). "LSU's Queen: OU O-line, backs not great, "going to dominate"". 247Sports.com . CBS Interactive . Retrieved February 27, 2020.
  13. ↑ Just, Amie (January 13, 2020). "Patrick Queen-led defense helps LSU fend off Clemson". The Advocate . Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  14. ↑ Embody, Billy (January 15, 2020). "Patrick Queen declares for 2020 NFL Draft". 247Sports.com . CBS Interactive . Retrieved January 15, 2020.
  15. ↑ "Patrick Queen Combine Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved April 24, 2020.
  16. ↑ "2020 Draft Scout Patrick Queen, LSU NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile". draftscout.com. Retrieved June 10, 2022.
  17. ↑ Karpovich, Todd (April 23, 2020). "Ravens Take Patrick Queen In First Round of NFL Draft". Sports Illustrated . Retrieved April 23, 2020.
  18. ↑ Shaffer, Jonas (April 24, 2020). "Ravens select LSU linebacker Patrick Queen in first round of NFL draft: 'It was kind of a no-brainer for us'". BaltimoreSun.com. Retrieved April 27, 2020.
  19. ↑ "Ravens' Patrick Queen: Tackle leader in NFL debut". CBSSports.com . RotoWire. September 14, 2020. Retrieved September 14, 2020.
  20. ↑ "Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens – October 11th, 2020". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved October 11, 2020.
  21. ↑ Gordon, Grant (October 14, 2020). "Cardinals QB Kyler Murray, Steelers WR Chase Claypool among Players of the Week". National Football League. Retrieved October 14, 2020.
  22. ↑ "Ravens place Judon, Queen, 5 others on Reserve/COVID 19 list". APNews.com. November 3, 2020. Retrieved December 2, 2020.
  23. ↑ Hensley, Jamison (November 7, 2020). "Baltimore Ravens activate six defenders off reserve/COVID-19 list". ESPN.com. Retrieved December 2, 2020.
  24. ↑ "Dallas Cowboys at Baltimore Ravens - December 8th, 2020". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved December 8, 2020.
  25. ↑ "Patrick Queen 2020 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  26. ↑ "2020 NFL All-Rookie Team". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  27. ↑ Oestreicher, Kevin (May 18, 2021). "Patrick Queen switching to No. 6, ditches No. 48". Ravens Wire. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  28. ↑ "Patrick Queen 2021 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  29. ↑ "Patrick Queen 2022 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 31, 2023.
  30. ↑ Kerr, Jeff (June 5, 2023). "Patrick Queen calls Ravens not picking up fifth-year option 'blessing in disguise,' not thinking about future". CBSSports.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  31. ↑ "Patrick Queen 2023 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  32. ↑ "2024 Pro Bowl Games: Complete AFC roster revealed". NFL . January 3, 2024. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
  33. ↑ Varley, Teresa (March 15, 2024). "Queen signed to three-year contract". Steelers.com. Retrieved June 9, 2024.
  34. ↑ Edholm, Eric (March 12, 2024). "Steelers signing ex-Ravens LB Patrick Queen to three-year, $41 million deal". NFL.com. Retrieved May 4, 2024.
  35. ↑ "Steelers 32-13 Raiders (Oct 13, 2024) Final Score". ESPN. December 5, 2024. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  36. ↑ "Steelers 18-16 Ravens (Nov 17, 2024) Final Score". ESPN. December 5, 2024. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  37. ↑ "HIGHLIGHT: Queen forces and recovers the fumble". Steelers.com. November 17, 2024. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  38. ↑ "NFL News, Rumors, & Updates". FOX Sports. November 21, 2024. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  39. ↑ "Browns 24-19 Steelers (Nov 21, 2024) Final Score". ESPN. December 5, 2024. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
This page is based on this Wikipedia article
Text is available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license; additional terms may apply.
Images, videos and audio are available under their respective licenses.