| File:Reitz baltimore training camp.jpg Reitz at the Ravens Training Camp on July 23, 2008 | |
| No. 76 Indianapolis Colts | |
| Offensive lineman | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth: August 24, 1985 | |
| Place of birth: Indianapolis, Indiana | |
| High School: Fishers (IN) Hamilton Southeastern | |
| Height: 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) | Weight: 320 lb (145 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College: Western Michigan | |
| Undrafted in 2008 | |
| No regular season or postseason appearances | |
| Career history | |
* Baltimore Ravens ( 2008– 2010)*
| |
| Roster status: Active roster | |
| Career highlights and awards | |
| Career NFL statistics as of 2012 | |
| Games played | 20 |
| Games started | 17 |
| Fumble recoveries | 0 |
| Stats at NFL.com | |
Joseph David Reitz (born August 24, 1985) is an American football offensive lineman for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League. He was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He attended Western Michigan University where he played college basketball and not football.
Reitz has also been a member of the Miami Dolphins.
College basketball career[]
Reitz was an all-state high school football player at Hamilton Southeastern High School,[1] but he decided to play college basketball at Western Michigan University. He finished as the third all-time leading scorer and rebounder. Reitz also played in more games than any other player in WMU men's basketball history.
In his senior season, Reitz helped lead the Broncos to a Mid-American Conference West Division title and was named First Team All-MAC for both the regular season[2] and conference tournament.[3] Reitz was also a member of the Academic All-MAC Team.[4]
Professional football career[]
Baltimore Ravens[]
Reitz was signed by Baltimore with the intention of playing as a tight end but was groomed to play offensive tackle because of his athleticism.[5] Reitz, undersized for an offensive lineman, left college at 250 lb (110 kg), entered training camp at 270 lb (120 kg), and wanted to reach 300 lb (140 kg) by the start of the NFL season.[6]
Reitz entered the 2008 NFL season as a member of the Ravens practice squad. On October 1, 2008, the Ravens placed Reitz on injured reserve with a shoulder injury. While still a member of the Ravens, the move effectively ended his 2008 season.
In January 2009, Reitz was re-signed by the Ravens, and he entered the 2009 NFL season as a member of the Ravens practice squad. In January 2010 Reitz re-signed a reserve future contract. He was cut on September 4.
Miami Dolphins[]
On September 5, 2010, Reitz was claimed off waivers by the Miami Dolphins. He was waived on September 8.
Indianapolis Colts[]
On September 8, 2010, Reitz was claimed off waivers by the Colts from the Miami Dolphins. He was waived on September 15.[7] He was re-signed to the practice squad on September 19. Reitz was signed off the practice squad for the Colts first round playoff game.[8]
In 2011, Reitz began to see his first extensive playing time with the Colts. He was named the starter at right guard on August 16, 2011[9] Reitz ultimately appeared in 11 games with the Colts, 9 of which were starts.[10]
Reitz entered the 2012 season as competitor for playing time at right guard. After being named the starter, Reitz suffered a knee injury which required arthroscopic surgery. Reitz later missed time after suffering a concussion in week 13 and then again in week 17. He ultimately appeared in 9 games, starting 8.
Personal[]
Reitz married his college sweetheart, Jill, in July 2010. Jill is a former track and field and cross country standout for Western Michigan.[11] They have one daughter, Julianna, born in July 2011.[12]
See also[]
- 2007–08 Western Michigan Broncos men's basketball team
- Western Michigan Broncos men's basketball
References[]
- ↑ Holmes, Matt (2008-04-28). "Joe Reitz to Sign Free Agent Contract with Baltimore Ravens". Western Michigan University. http://www.wmubroncos.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=1449277&db_oem_id=4600. Retrieved 2008-11-10.
- ↑ MAC Announces Men's Basketball Post Season Awards - MAC-Sports.com—Official Web Site of the Mid-American Conference
- ↑ Quotes/Notes - MAC-Sports.com—Official Web Site of the Mid-American Conference
- ↑ 2007-08 Men's Basketball Academic All-MAC Team Announced - MAC-Sports.com—Official Web Site of the Mid-American Conference
- ↑ Carroll County Times: Westminster, Maryland
- ↑ Carroll County Times: Westminster, Maryland
- ↑ http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Colts-release-Joe-Reitz-Marcus-McCauley.html[dead link]
- ↑ http://fwix.com/indy/share/4f59fe87e0/kelvin_hayden_to_ir_joe_reitz_to_active_roster[dead link]
- ↑ http://coltsider.com/lt-anthony-castonzo-and-lg-joe-reitz-move-up-in-depth-chart[dead link]
- ↑ http://www.nfl.com/player/joereitz/2507506/profile
- ↑ http://www.mlive.com/broncos/index.ssf/2011/09/ex-wmu_basketball_star_joe_rei.html
- ↑ http://www.colts.com/team/roster/Joe-Reitz/445b8918-c5ad-49c6-9a36-da9ab3b79039