Sean Mahan

Sean Christopher Mahan (born May 28, 1980 in Tulsa, Oklahoma) is an American football center who is currently a free agent. He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played college football at Notre Dame.

Mahan has also been a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Early years
Mahan attended Jenks High School in Oklahoma where he had a fantastic career, earning an MVP as a senior.

College career
Mahan played college football at Notre Dame where he played in 41 games starting 25. He was one of four Notre Dame offensive linemen drafted in 2003. He majored in psychology and computer applications.

First stint with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Mahan was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fifth round (168th overall) in the 2003 NFL Draft. In his rookie year, he made most of his appearances on special teams and made his NFL debut at the Atlanta Falcons on September 21. Throughout the next three season, Mahan played in every single game for the Buccaneers and in 2005 was part of the offensive line that helped Carnell Williams to the NFL Rookie of the Year.

Mahan was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers on March 12, 2007 to a five year 17 million dollar deal.

Second stint with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
After a disappointing year at center for the Steelers, and the signing of free agent Justin Hartwig, on September 2, 2008, Mahan was traded back to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a 7th Round 2009 NFL Draft pick. He was informed of his release on September 2, 2009. He was re-signed on September 14. He was released again on October 27.