RASHEAN
MATHIS
CB
Ht/Wt
6’1’’,
195 lbs
Experience
13
years
Debut
Sep 7, 2003
Born
Aug 27, 1980
(43 yrs)
Nashville, Georgia
Hometown
Jacksonville, Florida
Drafted
Drafted by Jacksonville in 2003 (2/39).
College
Bethune-Cookman
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2016-02-16 |
Announced his retirement.
|
| 2015-11-14 |
Concussion, injured reserve.
|
| 2015-11-13 |
Concussion, out.
|
| 2015-03-18 |
Re-signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Detroit Lions to a two-year contract.
|
| 2015-03-10 |
Declared free agent.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | Named to play in Pro Bowl Named to play in Pro Bowl | 2006 |
| NCAA Div. 1 FCS | Buck Buchanan Award Nation's top defensive player | 2002 |
Scouting Report
Was well-sized at cornerback and a great athlete. He provided superb, pure coverage ability. Excelled in either man or zone coverage, and could run with the best receivers. Flashed good hands and could pick off passes. Often gambled and guessed correctly. Provided middling run defense, was not a top-tier tackler and did not bring much on the blitz. His interception ability really declined as his career advanced. Lacked ideal bulk for his frame, likely contributing to his history of durability issues in the NFL.
Long Range Potential: Excellent cover cornerback, when healthy.
