Patrick Estes

Patrick Brion Estes (born February 4, 1983 in Richmond, Virginia) is an American football offensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He was originally drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Virginia.

High school career
Estes played high school football in Richmond, Virginia for the Benedictine Cadets. He also was a stand out basketball player there.

He played in the first ever U.S. Army All-American Bowl game on December 30, 2000.

College career
Estes, who was considered one of the top recruits in the country at tight end, spent his career as a backup to Virginia's All-American Heath Miller but received frequent playing time particularly as a blocker. Though he played as a tight end in college he was converted to offensive tackle by the 49ers.

Career transactions

 * Released by the 49ers on September 5, 2007.
 * Signed by the 49ers on October 2, 2007.
 * Released by the 49ers on October 9, 2007.
 * Signed by the 49ers on November 8, 2007.
 * Released by the 49ers on December 18, 2007.
 * Claimed off waivers by the Buffalo Bills on December 19, 2007.
 * Released by the Buffalo Bills on August 30, 2008.

Personal
Married to the former Lauren Taggart of Somerset, PA. The two met at the University of Virginia where Lauren was a pole vaulter on the Cavaliers' Track and Field squad.