Justin Tuggle

Justin DuJian Tuggle (born January 4, 1990) is an American football linebacker for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Kansas State. He is the son of former 5-time Pro Bowl linebacker Jessie Tuggle.

Early years
He attended Northview High School in the state of Georgia. He earned the Greater Atlanta All-Area honors in his Senior season. He participated in the second annual Offense-Defense All-American Bowl and was the quarterback on the east team. He was selected to the 2007 All-North Fulton County team and was on the second team offense as a quarterback.

College career
He played his freshman season at Boston College where he played quarterback. In his sophomore season, he transferred to Blinn College for the spring semester. After spending his sophomore season at Blinn College, he transferred to Kansas State. He switched positions from quarterback to linebacker for his Junior season and first season at Kansas State.

Houston Texans
On April 27, 2013, He signed with the Houston Texans as an undrafted free agent.

Personal
His father is Jessie Tuggle who played in the National Football League for the Atlanta Falcons from 1987-2000. He also was selected to five Pro Bowls and three All-Pro teams during his career.