Victor Hampton (American football)

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Victor Hampton
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Hampton playing basketball in a 2019 celebrity charity tournament.
Personal information
Born: (1992-03-12) March 12, 1992 (age 32)
Charlotte, North Carolina
Height:5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Weight:197 lb (89 kg)
Career information
High school: Darlington (SC)
College: South Carolina
Position: Cornerback
Undrafted: 2014
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards

Victor Hampton (born March 12, 1992) is an American football cornerback. He played college football at South Carolina, and has been a member of the Cincinnati Bengals, New York Giants, and Baltimore Ravens.

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Early years

He moved to Darlington, South Carolina to play his senior season at Darlington High School, after being dismissed from Independence High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. [1] He recorded 50 tackles and three interceptions as a senior, and also scored six touchdowns on offense despite only playing in six games due to eligibility issues following his transfer. At Independence, he had 50 tackles and 10 interceptions as a junior. He played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio, Texas.

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com , he was rated as the 6th best cornerback prospect in the nation. [2] He accepted a scholarship offer from South Carolina over offers from Florida, North Carolina and Tennessee. [3]

College career

Hampton redshirted as a true freshman. In 2011, he played in 10 games, recording 14 tackles, one interception and three pass breakups. He also returned kicks, averaging 25.4 yards on seven kickoffs. In 2012, he played in all 13 games, recording 40 tackles, one interception and tied for the team high with six pass breakups. In 2013, he started all 13 games, setting career highs in tackles (51), tackles for loss (5), interceptions (3) and pass break ups (9).

Following the season, Hampton decided to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2014 NFL draft. [4]

Professional career

Hampton was not selected in the 2014 NFL draft.

He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Bengals on June 10, 2014, but was later cut. On October 14, 2014, he signed with the New York Giants, becoming a member of their practice squad. [5]

He signed with the Baltimore Ravens in January 2015, and was released on March 2 after being arrested for driving under the influence. [6]

Hampton was drafted 30th overall in the 2016 Major League Football draft in the fourth round.

He participated in The Spring League Showcase game in July 2017. [7]

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References

  1. ↑ Bennett, Charles (December 23, 2013). "USC's Hampton ready for finale". Archived from the original on January 11, 2014.
  2. ↑ "Victor Hampton - Yahoo Sports". Archived from the original on January 11, 2014. Retrieved October 23, 2014.
  3. ↑ "Hampton Commits to USC Gamecocks". Archived from the original on March 6, 2016. Retrieved January 11, 2014.
  4. ↑ "South Carolina's Hampton Leaving For NFL". Archived from the original on December 6, 2023. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
  5. ↑ "Victor Hampton signs with New York Giants". Go Gamecocks. October 14, 2014. Archived from the original on October 15, 2014. Retrieved October 14, 2014.
  6. ↑ Hanzus, Dan (March 2, 2015). "Victor Hampton released by Ravens following arrest". NFL.com. Archived from the original on February 27, 2021. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  7. ↑ Miller, Travis (July 19, 2017). "Spring League Showcase Player Stats". flofootball.com. Archived from the original on August 31, 2017. Retrieved August 31, 2017.
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