Martrell Spaight

Martrell Spaight (born August 5, 1993) is a former American football linebacker. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He played college football at the University of Arkansas. He also played for the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars and Kansas City Chiefs.

Washington Redskins
The Washington Redskins selected Spaight with the 141st overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft. Despite playing outside linebacker in college, he switched to the inside linebacker position in the Redskins' defensive scheme. He signed a four-year contract on May 11, 2015. On September 22, the team placed him on injured reserve due to lingering symptoms after sustaining a concussion in the Week 1 game against the Miami Dolphins.

Spaight recorded his first career interception against quarterback Brett Hundley in the Week 11 victory over the Green Bay Packers in 2016.

On September 1, 2018, Spaight was released by the Redskins.

Miami Dolphins
Spaight signed with the Miami Dolphins on September 25, 2018. He was released on November 9, 2018.

Jacksonville Jaguars
On November 13, 2018, Spaight was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was released on December 28, 2018.

Kansas City Chiefs
On January 4, 2019, Spaight signed a reserve/future contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Retirement
Spaight announced his retirement on May 20, 2019.