Louis Vasquez (American football)

Louis N. Vasquez (born April 11, 1987) is an American football offensive guard for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the third round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He played college football for Texas Tech.

College awards and honors

 * 2007 All-Big 12 honorable mention
 * 2008 All-Big 12 second-team
 * 2008 Rivals.com second team All-American
 * 2008 Associated Press third team All-American

San Diego Chargers
At the 2009 NFL Combine, Vasquez bench pressed 225 pounds 39 times. His 39 repetitions were the highest of any participant at the combine. Vasquez was drafted in the 3rd round (78th overall) by the San Diego Chargers.

During the Chargers' training camp, Vasquez competed for the right guard starting position with veteran Kynan Forney. Vasquez won the job, and Forney (who was dealing with a neck injury at the time) was later released from the team. Vasquez became the sole rookie in the starting lineup.

Denver Broncos
Vasquez signed with the Denver Broncos on March 12, 2013.