Geno Hayes

Eugene Antonio "Geno" Hayes (born August 10, 1987) is an American football linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the sixth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida State.

Hayes has also played for the Chicago Bears.

College career
Hayes attended Florida State University from 2005 to 2008. In 2007, Hayes was a first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference pick.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Hayes was drafted in the 6th round 175th overall in 2008. In his rookie year, Hayes appeared in 9 games, mostly on special teams. In 2009 he started at weakside linebacker, replacing Derrick Brooks.

Chicago Bears
Hayes signed with the Chicago Bears to a one year deal on April 19, 2012.

Jacksonville Jaguars
Hayes signed a two-year, $2 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars on March 13, 2013.

Personal
Hayes was allegedly stabbed in the back of the head with a pair of scissors by his 19 year old girlfriend on March 9, 2009.