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Alexander has also been a member of the [[Baltimore Ravens]], [[Washington Redskins]], [[Arizona Cardinals]], and [[Oakland Raiders]].
  
Alexander has also been a member of the [[Baltimore Ravens]], [[Washington Redskins]], [[Arizona Cardinals]], and [[Oakland Raiders]].
   
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==Early years==
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==High school and college==
  
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Alexander went to [[Saint Mary's College High School]], where he played as a defensive lineman for the Panthers football team. He played in the first ever [[U.S. Army All-American Bowl]] game on December 30, 2000. Alexander went to the [[University of California, Berkeley]].
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Alexander went to [[Saint Mary's College High School]], where he played as a defensive lineman for the Panthers [[high school football|football]] team.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://buffalonews.com/2018/09/01/inside-the-bills-start-of-high-school-football-stirs-memories-of-friday-night-lights/ |title=Start of high school football stirs Bills' memories of 'Friday Night Lights' |date=2018-09-01 |website=The Buffalo News |language=en-us |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> He played in the first ever [[U.S. Army All-American Bowl]] game on December 30, 2000. Alexander went to the [[University of California, Berkeley]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://247sports.com/Player/Lorenzo-Alexander-48816/college-82532/ |title=Lorenzo Alexander, California Golden Bears, Strong-Side Defensive End |website=247Sports |language=en-US |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/lorenzo-alexander-1.html |title=Lorenzo Alexander College Stats |website=College Football at Sports-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
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==College career==
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In the 2001 season, Alexander played in all 11 games as a freshman. He recorded 24 tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery. As a sophomore, he recorded 25 tackles, one sack and one fumble recovery. He won the Bob Tessier Award as the team's most improved defensive lineman. As a junior, he was named a team captain. He recorded 33 tackles and earned the Brick Muller Award as the team's most valuable defensive lineman.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://calbears.com/news/2013/4/17/208198547.aspx |title=Lorenzo Alexander Bio - The University of California Official Athletic Site |website=University of California Golden Bears Athletics |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> He played one more season for the Golden Bears in 2004.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/football/nfl/bills/2018/09/27/aaron-rodgers-lorenzo-alexander-buffalo-bills-green-bay-packers-university-california-berkeley/1444143002/ |title=Aaron Rodgers and Lorenzo Alexander go way back — to California as college teammates |website=Rochester Democrat and Chronicle |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
 
==Professional career==
  
==Professional career==
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===Carolina Panthers===
  
===Carolina Panthers===
 
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On April 29, 2005, the [[Carolina Panthers]] signed Alexander to a three-year, [[United States dollar|$]]940,000 contract as an undrafted free agent.
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On April 29, 2005, the [[Carolina Panthers]] signed Alexander to a three-year, [[United States dollar|$]]940,000 contract as an undrafted free agent.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.theplayerstribune.com/en-us/articles/lorenzo-alexander-bills-pro-bowl-2017 |title=More Than a One-Hit Wonder |last=Alexander |first=Lorenzo |website=The Players' Tribune |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
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Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot against [[Atiyyah Ellison]], [[Kris Jenkins]], [[Charles Hill (American football)|Charles Hill]], and [[Eddie Freeman]] as a backup defensive tackle.<ref>{{cite web |title=Meet your 2005 Panthers |url=https://247sports.com/nfl/carolina-panthers/Article/Meet-your-2005-Panthers-104237084/ |access-date=January 7, 2019 |website=247Sports.com |date=September 3, 2005}}</ref> On September 3, 2005, the Carolina Panthers waived Alexander a season part of their final roster cuts, but signed him to their practice squad two days later.<ref name="spotrac">{{cite web |title=Spotrac.com: Lorenzo Alexander contract |url=https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/lorenzo-alexander-2773/ |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=Spotrac.com}}</ref>
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Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot against [[Atiyyah Ellison]], [[Kris Jenkins]], [[Charles Hill (American football)|Charles Hill]], and [[Eddie Freeman]] as a backup defensive tackle.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://247sports.com/nfl/carolina-panthers/Article/Meet-your-2005-Panthers-104237084/ |title=Meet your 2005 Panthers |last=Thomas |first=Brad |date=September 3, 2005 |website=247Sports.com |access-date=January 7, 2019}}</ref> On September 3, 2005, the Carolina Panthers waived Alexander as part of their final roster cuts, but signed him to their practice squad two days later.<ref name="spotrac">{{cite web |title=Spotrac.com: Lorenzo Alexander contract |url=https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/lorenzo-alexander-2773/ |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=Spotrac.com}}</ref>
   
 
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During training camp, Alexander competed against [[Jovan Haye]], Atiyyah Ellison, and Kris Jenkins. On September 3, 2006, the Carolina Panthers officially waived Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.<ref>{{cite web |title=Complete list of NFL cuts and other transactions |url=https://triblive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/sports/steelers/s_468916.html |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=triblive.com |date=September 4, 2006}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Panthers cut linebacker Adams, two quarterbacks |url=http://www.espn.com/espn/wire?section=nfl&id=2570815 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=ESPN.com |date=September 2, 2006}}</ref>
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During training camp, Alexander competed against [[Jovan Haye]], Atiyyah Ellison, and Kris Jenkins. On September 3, 2006, the Carolina Panthers officially waived Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.<ref>{{cite web |title=Complete list of NFL cuts and other transactions |url=https://triblive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/sports/steelers/s_468916.html |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=triblive.com |agency=Associated Press|date=September 4, 2006}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Panthers cut linebacker Adams, two quarterbacks |url=http://www.espn.com/espn/wire?section=nfl&id=2570815 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |agency=Associated Press|website=ESPN.com |date=September 2, 2006}}</ref>
   
 
===Baltimore Ravens===
  
===Baltimore Ravens===
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On September 7, 2006, the [[Baltimore Ravens]] signed Alexander to their practice squad, but was subsequently released by the team just five days later.
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On September 7, 2006, the [[Baltimore Ravens]] signed Alexander to their practice squad, but was subsequently released by the team just five days later.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1480333-lorenzo-alexander-the-most-interesting-man-in-the-nfl |title=Lorenzo Alexander: The Most Interesting Man in the NFL |last=Riddle |first=Ryan |website=Bleacher Report |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000790845/article/lorenzo-alexander-out-to-prove-hes-not-a-onehit-wonder |title=Lorenzo Alexander out to prove he's not a 'one-hit wonder' |website=NFL.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
 
===Washington Redskins===
  
===Washington Redskins===
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On October 3, 2006, the [[Washington Redskins]]' signed Alexander to their practice squad. He spent the entire 2006 NFL season on the Redskins’ practice squad and played on the offensive line, defensive line, and also adapted to playing tight end.<ref name="jack">{{cite web |title=Lorenzo Alexander, the Redskins' jack of all trades, is finally getting his big opportunity |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/08/09/AR2010080905970_2.html?sid=ST2010081000142 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |newspaper=Washington Post |date=August 9, 2010}}</ref>
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On October 3, 2006, the [[Washington Redskins]]' signed Alexander to their practice squad. He spent the entire 2006 NFL season on the Redskins’ practice squad and played on the offensive line, defensive line, and also adapted to playing tight end.<ref name="jack">{{Cite web |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/08/09/AR2010080905970_2.html?sid=ST2010081000142 |title=Lorenzo Alexander, the Redskins' jack of all trades, is finally getting his big opportunity |last=Castillo |first=Jorge |date=August 9, 2010 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |newspaper=Washington Post}}</ref>
   
 
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On January 12, 2007, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander three-year, $1.11 million contract.<ref name="spotrac"/><ref>{{cite web |title=Multitude of signings -- 16 new players |url=https://www.hogshaven.com/2007/1/12/151040/379 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=hogshaven.com |date=January 12, 2007}}</ref> Head coach [[Joe Gibbs]] named Alexander the fifth defensive tackle on the Redskins’ depth chart to start the regular season, behind [[Cornelius Griffin]], [[Kedric Golston]], [[Anthony Montgomery (American football)|Anthony Montgomery]], and [[Ryan Boschetti]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/02/2007 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/17/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> On October 7, 2007, Alexander made his professional regular season debut and made one tackle during a 34-3 victory against the [[2007 Detroit Lions season|Detroit Lions]] in Week 5. In Week 8, he collected a season-high two combined tackles as the Redskins lost 52-7 at the [[2007 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]]. On November 11, 2007, Alexander made his first career start, as a tight end, during a 33-25 loss against the [[2007 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] in Week 10.<ref>{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (2007) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2007 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> He finished his rookie season in [[2007 NFL season|2007]] with four combined tackles (two solo) in 13 games and one start and primarily appeared on special teams and as a backup defensive tackle.<ref name="career">{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (career) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/careerstats |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref>
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On January 12, 2007, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander three-year, $1.11 million contract.<ref name="spotrac"/><ref>{{cite web |title=Multitude of signings -- 16 new players |url=https://www.hogshaven.com/2007/1/12/151040/379 |access-date=January 8, 2019 |website=hogshaven.com|agency=Associated Press |date=January 12, 2007}}</ref> Head coach [[Joe Gibbs]] named Alexander the fifth defensive tackle on the Redskins’ depth chart to start the regular season, behind [[Cornelius Griffin]], [[Kedric Golston]], [[Anthony Montgomery (American football)|Anthony Montgomery]], and [[Ryan Boschetti]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/02/2007 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/17/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> On October 7, 2007, Alexander made his professional regular season debut and made one tackle during a 34-3 victory against the [[2007 Detroit Lions season|Detroit Lions]] in Week 5.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200710070was.htm |title=Detroit Lions at Washington Redskins - October 7th, 2007 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> In Week 8, he collected a season-high two combined tackles as the Redskins lost 52-7 at the [[2007 New England Patriots season|New England Patriots]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200710280nwe.htm |title=Washington Redskins at New England Patriots - October 28th, 2007 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> On November 11, 2007, Alexander made his first career start, as a tight end, during a 33-25 loss against the [[2007 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] in Week 10.<ref>{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (2007) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2007 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> He finished his rookie season in [[2007 NFL season|2007]] with four combined tackles (two solo) in 13 games and one start and primarily appeared on special teams and as a backup defensive tackle.<ref name="career">{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (career) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/careerstats |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref>
   
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The [[2007 Washington Redskins]] finished third in the [[NFC East]] with a 9-7 record and earned a wildcard spot. On January 5, 2008, Alexander appeared in his first career playoff game as the Redskins lost 35-14 at the [[2007 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle Seahawks]] in the NFC Wildcard Game. On January 8, 2008, head coach Joe Gibbs announced his decision to retire citing family obligations.<ref>{{cite web |title=Gibbs cites pull of family obligations for retiring from Redskins |url=http://www.espn.com/nfl/news/story?id=3186165 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=ESPN.com |date=January 8, 2008}}</ref>
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The [[2007 Washington Redskins]] finished third in the [[NFC East]] with a 9-7 record and earned a wildcard spot. On January 5, 2008, Alexander appeared in his first career playoff game as the Redskins lost 35-14 at the [[2007 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle Seahawks]] in the [[2007–08_NFL_playoffs#NFC:_Seattle_Seahawks_35,_Washington_Redskins_14|NFC Wild Card Round]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200801050sea.htm |title=Wild Card - Washington Redskins at Seattle Seahawks - January 5th, 2008 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> On January 8, 2008, head coach Joe Gibbs announced his decision to retire citing family obligations.<ref>{{cite web |title=Gibbs cites pull of family obligations for retiring from Redskins |url=http://www.espn.com/nfl/news/story?id=3186165 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=ESPN.com |date=January 8, 2008}}</ref>
   
 
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Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot as a backup defensive tackle against [[Matthias Askew]], [[Ryan Boschetti]], and Jonathan Mapu.<ref>{{cite web |title=Mapu joins Redskins |url=https://247sports.com/college/tennessee/Article/Mapu-joins-Redskins-104518158/ |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=247sports.com |date=May 16, 2008}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Skins’ D-Line a blue-collar group |url=https://www.nbcsports.com/washington/washington-redskins/skins-d-line-a-blue-collar-group |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=nbcsports.com |date=June 23, 2008}}</ref> Head coach [[Jim Zorn]] named Alexander the fourth backup defensive tackle on the depth chart to begin the season, behind [[Cornelius Griffin]], [[Anthony Montgomery (American football)|Anthony Montgomery]], and [[Kedric Golston]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 08/31/2008 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/29/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> On November 23, 2008, Alexander collected a season-high three solo tackles and made his first career sack during a 20-17 win at the [[2008 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle Seahawks]] in Week 12. Alexander sacked Seahawks’ quarterback [[Matt Hasselbeck]] for a seven-yard loss during the fourth quarter.<ref>{{cite web |title=Washington Redskins at Seattle Seahawks - November 23rd, 2008 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200811230sea.htm |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=pro-football-reference.com}}</ref> In Week 16, Alexander made one tackle before exiting in the third quarter of the Redskins’ 10-3 victory against the [[2008 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] due to a hamstring injury.<ref>{{cite web |title=Redskins' stop at 1-yard line results in 10-3 win |url=https://6abc.com/archive/6567175/ |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=6abc.com |last=White |first=Joseph |date=January 21, 2008}}</ref> On December 25, 2008, the Washington Redskins officially placed Alexander on injured reserve after tearing his hamstring.<ref>{{cite web |title=Transactions |url=https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2008-12-25-0812241009-story.html |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=chicagotribune.com |date=December 25, 2008}}</ref> He finished the season with 17 combined tackles (11 solo), two pass deflections, and two sacks in 15 games and zero starts.<ref name="career"/>
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Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot as a backup defensive tackle against [[Matthias Askew]], [[Ryan Boschetti]], and Jonathan Mapu.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://247sports.com/college/tennessee/Article/Mapu-joins-Redskins-104518158/ |title=Mapu joins Redskins |last=Moore |first=Randy |date=May 16, 2008 |website=247sports.com |access-date=January 14, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.nbcsports.com/washington/washington-redskins/skins-d-line-a-blue-collar-group |title=Skins’ D-Line a blue-collar group |last=Tandler |first=Rich |date=June 23, 2008 |website=nbcsports.com |access-date=January 14, 2019}}</ref> Head coach [[Jim Zorn]] named Alexander the fourth backup defensive tackle on the depth chart to begin the season, behind [[Cornelius Griffin]], [[Anthony Montgomery (American football)|Anthony Montgomery]], and [[Kedric Golston]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 08/31/2008 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/29/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> On November 23, 2008, Alexander collected a season-high three solo tackles and made his first career sack during a 20-17 win at the [[2008 Seattle Seahawks season|Seattle Seahawks]] in Week 12. Alexander sacked Seahawks’ quarterback [[Matt Hasselbeck]] for a seven-yard loss during the fourth quarter.<ref>{{cite web |title=Washington Redskins at Seattle Seahawks - November 23rd, 2008 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200811230sea.htm |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=pro-football-reference.com}}</ref> In Week 16, Alexander made one tackle before exiting in the third quarter of the Redskins’ 10-3 victory against the [[2008 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] due to a hamstring injury.<ref>{{cite web |title=Redskins' stop at 1-yard line results in 10-3 win |url=https://6abc.com/archive/6567175/ |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=6abc.com |last=White |first=Joseph |date=January 21, 2008}}</ref> On December 25, 2008, the Washington Redskins officially placed Alexander on injured reserve after tearing his hamstring.<ref>{{cite web |title=Transactions |url=https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2008-12-25-0812241009-story.html |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=chicagotribune.com |date=December 25, 2008}}</ref> He finished the season with 17 combined tackles (11 solo), two pass deflections, and two sacks in 15 games and zero starts.<ref name="career"/>
   
 
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On January 4, 2010, the Washington Redskins announced their decision to fire head coach [[Jim Zorn]] after the Redskins finished with a 4-12 record in 2009.<ref>{{cite web |title=Zorn fired after 12-20 run with Redskins |url=http://www.espn.com/nfl/news/story?id=4794280 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=ESPN.com}}</ref> On February 27, 2010, it was reported that Alexander would switch to outside linebacker. Defensive coordinator [[Jim Haslett]] switched to a base [[3-4 defense]].<ref>{{cite news| url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/jason-reid/redskins-will-use-alexander-at.html?wprss=redskinsinsider | work=The Washington Post | title=Redskins will use Alexander at outside LB in 3-4 scheme}}</ref> On March 5, 2010, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander to a three-year, $3.15 million contract.
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On January 4, 2010, the Washington Redskins announced their decision to fire head coach [[Jim Zorn]] after the Redskins finished with a 4-12 record in 2009.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.espn.com/nfl/news/story?id=4794280 |title=Zorn fired after 12-20 run with Redskins |date=January 4, 2010 |website=ESPN.com |access-date=January 14, 2019}}</ref> On February 27, 2010, it was reported that Alexander would switch to outside linebacker. Defensive coordinator [[Jim Haslett]] switched to a base [[3-4 defense]].<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/jason-reid/redskins-will-use-alexander-at.html?wprss=redskinsinsider |title=Redskins will use Alexander at outside LB in 3-4 scheme |last=Reid |first=Jason |date=February 28, 2010 |work=The Washington Post |access-date=July 30, 2019}}</ref> On March 5, 2010, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander to a three-year, $3.15 million contract.
   
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During training camp, Alexander competed against [[Andre Carter]] to be the starting right outside linebacker.<ref name="jack"/> Head coach [[Mike Shanahan]] named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind starters Andre Carter and [[Brian Orakpo]], to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/05/2010 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/111/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref>
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During training camp, Alexander competed against [[Andre Carter]] to be the starting right outside linebacker.<ref name="jack" /> Head coach [[Mike Shanahan]] named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind starters Andre Carter and [[Brian Orakpo]], to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/05/2010 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/111/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref>
   
 
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|quote=“Well, you don't find many guys like Lorenzo. From top to bottom, he's the best special-teams player that I've been around of the guys that make plays consistently, both kickoff, kickoff return, special teams in general. He can run, he's a big guy, he's got a great attitude. He wants to make every play. He doesn't want to come out. If he's not in the Pro Bowl on special teams, I don't know who it'll be."<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/lorenzo-alexander/shanahan-alexander-best-specia.html?wprss=redskinsinsider |title=Shanahan: Alexander best special teamer he's seen |last=Reid |first=Jason |date=October 22, 2010 |work=The Washington Post |access-date=July 30, 2019}}</ref>
 
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On October 3, 2010, Alexander earned his first career start on defense and was named the starting right outside linebacker by head coach Mike Shanahan.<ref>{{cite web |title=Lorenzo Alexander starts over Andre Carter at OLB |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/3-4-defense/lorenzo-alexander-starts-over.html |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=voices.washingtonpost.com}}</ref> He recorded four solo tackles during the 17-12 victory at the [[2010 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] in Week 4. Alexander also delivered a hit on [[Philadelphia Eagles]] kickoff returner [[Jorrick Calvin]] during the game and prompted head coach [[Mike Shanahan]] to call it "one of the best hits I've been around since I've been in the NFL."<ref>{{cite news| url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/brandon-banks/banks-alexander-put-the-specia.html | work=The Washington Post | title=Banks, Alexander put the "special" in special teams}}</ref> On November 12, 2010, Alexander was named the [[NFL captains|special teams captain]].<ref>{{cite news | work=Washingtonpost.com | url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/redskins-elevate-rbach-hall-an.html | title=Redskins elevate Rabach, Hall and Alexander to captain status | accessdate=November 12, 2010}}</ref> In Week 15, Alexander collected a season-high five solo tackles during a 33-30 loss at the [[2010 Dallas Cowboys season|Dallas Cowboys]].<ref>{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (2010) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2010 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> He finished the season with 57 combined tackles (32 solo), two pass deflections, two forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks in 16 games and 12 starts.<ref name="career"/>
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On October 3, 2010, Alexander earned his first career start on defense and was named the starting right outside linebacker by head coach Mike Shanahan.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/3-4-defense/lorenzo-alexander-starts-over.html |title=Lorenzo Alexander starts over Andre Carter at OLB |last=Reid |first=Jason |date=October 3, 2010 |website=Washington Post |access-date=January 14, 2019}}</ref> He recorded four solo tackles during the 17-12 victory at the [[2010 Philadelphia Eagles season|Philadelphia Eagles]] in Week 4. Alexander also delivered a hit on [[Philadelphia Eagles]] kickoff returner [[Jorrick Calvin]] during the game and prompted head coach [[Mike Shanahan]] to call it "one of the best hits I've been around since I've been in the NFL."<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/brandon-banks/banks-alexander-put-the-specia.html |title=Banks, Alexander put the "special" in special teams |last=Reid |first=Jason |date=October 5, 2010 |work=The Washington Post |access-date=July 30, 2019}}</ref> On November 12, 2010, Alexander was named the [[NFL captains|special teams captain]].<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/redskins-elevate-rbach-hall-an.html |title=Redskins elevate Rabach, Hall and Alexander to captain status |last=Svrluga |first=Barry |date=November 12, 2010 |work=Washington Post |access-date=November 12, 2010}}</ref> In Week 15, Alexander collected a season-high five solo tackles during a 33-30 loss at the [[2010 Dallas Cowboys season|Dallas Cowboys]].<ref>{{cite web |title=NFL Player stats: Lorenzo Alexander (2010) |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2010 |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> He finished the season with 57 combined tackles (32 solo), two pass deflections, two forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks in 16 games and 12 starts.<ref name="career"/>
   
 
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Alexander lost his starting role after the Redskins drafted [[Ryan Kerrigan]] 16th overall in the [[2011 NFL Draft]]. Head coach Mike Shanahan named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo, to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/04/2011 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/123/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> Alexander continued to be captain of special teams throughout the [[2011 NFL season|2011 season]].<ref>{{cite news | work=WashingtonPost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/quick-hits-rex-won-by-an-edge/2011/09/05/gIQAI1Gq4J_blog.html | title=Quick hits: ‘Rex won by an edge’ | accessdate=September 5, 2011 | date=September 5, 2011 | first=Mike | last=Jones}}</ref>
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Alexander lost his starting role after the Redskins drafted [[Ryan Kerrigan]] 16th overall in the [[2011 NFL Draft]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/2011/draft.htm |title=2011 NFL Draft Listing |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> Head coach Mike Shanahan named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo, to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Washington Redskins Depth Chart: 09/04/2011 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/123/WAS |access-date=January 14, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> Alexander continued to be captain of special teams throughout the [[2011 NFL season|2011 season]].<ref>{{cite news | work=WashingtonPost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/quick-hits-rex-won-by-an-edge/2011/09/05/gIQAI1Gq4J_blog.html | title=Quick hits: ‘Rex won by an edge’ | accessdate=September 5, 2011 | date=September 5, 2011 | first=Mike | last=Jones}}</ref>
   
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In Week 15, he collected a season-high four combined tackles during a 23-10 victory at the [[2011 New York Giants season|New York Giants]]. On December 28, 2011, it was announced that Alexander was selected as an alternate to the [[2012 Pro Bowl]].<ref>{{cite news | work=Washingtonpost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/london-fletcher-among-redskins-pro-bowl-alternates/2011/12/28/gIQAMoFYMP_blog.html | title=London Fletcher among Redskins’ Pro Bowl alternates | accessdate=December 28, 2011 | date=December 28, 2011 | first=Rick | last=Maese}}</ref> He finished the season with 15 combined tackles (nine solo) in 16 games and zero starts. Alexander primarily played on special teams and led the special teams unit with 21 tackles on punt and kickoff coverage.<ref>{{cite web | work=Redskins.com | url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Roster-Review-Outside-Linebackers/4292a487-4c5b-4f53-bf0d-35543e2036fd | title=Roster Review: Outside Linebackers | accessdate=March 12, 2012}}</ref> On January 5, 2012, it was announced that Alexander was chosen as the Redskins' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for the second straight year.<ref>{{cite news | work=WashingtonPost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/lorenzo-alexander-named-redskins-walter-payton-award-nominee/2012/01/05/gIQAHzilcP_blog.html | title=Lorenzo Alexander named Redskins’ Walter Payton award nominee | last=Jones | first=Mike | date=January 5, 2012 | accessdate=April 2, 2012}}</ref> He was also named the Redskins' 2011 Special Teams Player of the Year.<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/fred-davis-london-fletcher-lorenzo-alexander-named-redskins-2011-players-of-the-year/2012/08/24/09696d38-ee16-11e1-afd8-097e90f99d05_blog.html|last=Jones|first=Mike|title=Fred Davis, London Fletcher, Lorenzo Alexander named Redskins’ 2011 players of the year|date=August 24, 2012|accessdate=August 24, 2012}}</ref>
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In Week 15, he collected a season-high four combined tackles during a 23-10 victory at the [[2011 New York Giants season|New York Giants]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/201112180nyg.htm |title=Washington Redskins at New York Giants - December 18th, 2011 |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> On December 28, 2011, it was announced that Alexander was selected as an alternate to the [[2012 Pro Bowl]].<ref>{{cite news | work=Washingtonpost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/london-fletcher-among-redskins-pro-bowl-alternates/2011/12/28/gIQAMoFYMP_blog.html | title=London Fletcher among Redskins’ Pro Bowl alternates | accessdate=December 28, 2011 | date=December 28, 2011 | first=Rick | last=Maese}}</ref> He finished the season with 15 combined tackles (nine solo) in 16 games and zero starts. Alexander primarily played on special teams and led the special teams unit with 21 tackles on punt and kickoff coverage.<ref>{{cite web | work=Redskins.com | url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Roster-Review-Outside-Linebackers/4292a487-4c5b-4f53-bf0d-35543e2036fd | title=Roster Review: Outside Linebackers | accessdate=March 12, 2012}}</ref> On January 5, 2012, it was announced that Alexander was chosen as the Redskins' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for the second straight year.<ref>{{cite news | work=WashingtonPost.com | url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/lorenzo-alexander-named-redskins-walter-payton-award-nominee/2012/01/05/gIQAHzilcP_blog.html | title=Lorenzo Alexander named Redskins’ Walter Payton award nominee | last=Jones | first=Mike | date=January 5, 2012 | accessdate=April 2, 2012}}</ref> He was also named the Redskins' 2011 Special Teams Player of the Year.<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/post/fred-davis-london-fletcher-lorenzo-alexander-named-redskins-2011-players-of-the-year/2012/08/24/09696d38-ee16-11e1-afd8-097e90f99d05_blog.html|last=Jones|first=Mike|title=Fred Davis, London Fletcher, Lorenzo Alexander named Redskins’ 2011 players of the year|date=August 24, 2012|accessdate=August 24, 2012}}</ref>
   
 
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Alexander became an unrestricted free agent after the [[2012 NFL season]] and received an offer to remain with the Redskins. Alexander stated the original offer was a three-year, $7.5 million contract that includes $2.6 million guaranteed. He stated he declined their offer after they changed the contract offer to $1.4 million guaranteed the following day with no explanation. A spokesman for the Washington Redskins claimed, “the statement is not true.”<ref>{{cite web|work=ESPN.com|url=http://espn.go.com/blog/nfceast/post/_/id/49198/report-lorenzo-alexander-rejected-skins-first-offer|title=Report: Alexander rejected Skins' first offer|date=February 27, 2013|first=Dan|last=Graziano|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Alexander Says Abruptly Lowered Contract Offer Changed His Mind |url=https://washington.cbslocal.com/2013/03/13/alexander-says-abruptly-lowered-contract-offer-changed-his-mind/ |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=washington.cbslocal.com}}</ref> His departure from the team was considered a casualty of the $36 million salary cap penalty that the team suffered in the [[2012 NFL season|2012 offseason]]. Alexander, himself, even stated "But I know, in my heart of hearts, if it wasn’t for the cap, I would’ve been here.”<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2013/03/13/lorenzo-alexander-decision-to-leave-redskins-for-cardinals-was-both-hard-and-easy/|title=Lorenzo Alexander: Decision to leave Redskins for Cardinals was both hard and easy|first=Mike|last=Jones|date=March 13, 2013|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref>
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Alexander became an unrestricted free agent after the [[2012 NFL season]] and received an offer to remain with the Redskins. Alexander stated the original offer was a three-year, $7.5 million contract that includes $2.6 million guaranteed. He stated he declined their offer after they changed the contract offer to $1.4 million guaranteed the following day with no explanation. A spokesman for the Washington Redskins claimed, “the statement is not true.”<ref>{{cite web|work=ESPN.com|url=http://espn.go.com/blog/nfceast/post/_/id/49198/report-lorenzo-alexander-rejected-skins-first-offer|title=Report: Alexander rejected Skins' first offer|date=February 27, 2013|first=Dan|last=Graziano|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://washington.cbslocal.com/2013/03/13/alexander-says-abruptly-lowered-contract-offer-changed-his-mind/ |title=Alexander Says Abruptly Lowered Contract Offer Changed His Mind |last=Elfin |first=David |website=washington.cbslocal.com |access-date=January 15, 2019}}</ref> His departure from the team was considered a casualty of the $36 million salary cap penalty that the team suffered in the [[2012 NFL season|2012 offseason]]. Alexander, himself, even stated "But I know, in my heart of hearts, if it wasn’t for the cap, I would’ve been here.”<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2013/03/13/lorenzo-alexander-decision-to-leave-redskins-for-cardinals-was-both-hard-and-easy/|title=Lorenzo Alexander: Decision to leave Redskins for Cardinals was both hard and easy|first=Mike|last=Jones|date=March 13, 2013|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref>
   
 
===Arizona Cardinals===
  
===Arizona Cardinals===
 
On March 13, 2013, the [[Arizona Cardinals]] signed Alexander to a three-year, $9.5 million contract with $3 million guaranteed.<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2013/03/13/lorenzo-alexander-signs-with-arizona/|title=Lorenzo Alexander signs with Arizona|first=Mark|last=Maske|date=March 13, 2013|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref> Alexander entered training camp slated the starting weakside linebacker. Head coach [[Bruce Arians]] named Alexander and [[Sam Acho]] the starting outside linebackers to begin the regular season. They started alongside inside linebackers [[Karlos Dansby]] and [[Jasper Brinkley]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Cardinals season preview: Linebackers |url=https://www.foxsports.com/other/story/cardinals-season-preview-linebackers-090513 |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=foxsports.com |date=September 5, 2013}}</ref>
  
On March 13, 2013, the [[Arizona Cardinals]] signed Alexander to a three-year, $9.5 million contract with $3 million guaranteed.<ref>{{cite news|work=WashingtonPost.com|url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/football-insider/wp/2013/03/13/lorenzo-alexander-signs-with-arizona/|title=Lorenzo Alexander signs with Arizona|first=Mark|last=Maske|date=March 13, 2013|accessdate=March 14, 2013}}</ref> Alexander entered training camp slated the starting weakside linebacker. Head coach [[Bruce Arians]] named Alexander and [[Sam Acho]] the starting outside linebackers to begin the regular season. They started alongside inside linebackers [[Karlos Dansby]] and [[Jasper Brinkley]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Cardinals season preview: Linebackers |url=https://www.foxsports.com/other/story/cardinals-season-preview-linebackers-090513 |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=foxsports.com |date=September 5, 2013}}</ref>
   
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He started in the [[2013 Arizona Cardinals season|Arizona Cardinals’]] season-opener at the [[2013 St. Louis Rams season|St. Louis Rams]] and made four combined tackles and a pass deflection during a 27-24 loss. In Week 3, Alexander exited during the first quarter of the Cardinals’ 31-7 loss at the [[2013 New Orleans Saints season|New Orleans Saints]] after injuring his right foot.<ref>{{cite web |title=Arizona OLB Lorenzo Alexander leaves Saints game with foot injury |url=https://www.foxnews.com/sports/arizona-olb-lorenzo-alexander-leaves-saints-game-with-foot-injury |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=foxnews.com |date=September 22, 2013}}</ref> On September 23, 2013, the Arizona Cardinals officially placed Alexander on [[injured reserve]] after it was discovered he had ruptured the [[Lisfranc ligament]] in his right foot.<ref>{{cite web|work=AZCardinals.com|url=http://www.azcardinals.com/news-and-events/article-2/Linebacker-Loss-With-Sam-Acho-Lorenzo-Alexander/8cc0d101-ffc2-473e-b1e5-e36a98abc62a|title=Linebacker Loss With Sam Acho, Lorenzo Alexander|date=September 23, 2013|accessdate=November 27, 2013|first=Darren|last=Urban}}</ref>
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He started in the [[2013 Arizona Cardinals season|Arizona Cardinals’]] season-opener at the [[2013 St. Louis Rams season|St. Louis Rams]] and made four combined tackles and a pass deflection during a 27-24 loss. In Week 3, Alexander exited during the first quarter of the Cardinals’ 31-7 loss at the [[2013 New Orleans Saints season|New Orleans Saints]] after injuring his right foot.<ref>{{cite web |title=Arizona OLB Lorenzo Alexander leaves Saints game with foot injury |url=https://www.foxnews.com/sports/arizona-olb-lorenzo-alexander-leaves-saints-game-with-foot-injury |access-date=January 15, 2019 |agency=Associated Press|website=foxnews.com |date=September 22, 2013}}</ref> On September 23, 2013, the Arizona Cardinals officially placed Alexander on [[injured reserve]] after it was discovered he had ruptured the [[Lisfranc ligament]] in his right foot.<ref>{{cite web|work=AZCardinals.com|url=http://www.azcardinals.com/news-and-events/article-2/Linebacker-Loss-With-Sam-Acho-Lorenzo-Alexander/8cc0d101-ffc2-473e-b1e5-e36a98abc62a|title=Linebacker Loss With Sam Acho, Lorenzo Alexander|date=September 23, 2013|accessdate=November 27, 2013|first=Darren|last=Urban}}</ref>
   
 
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On April 3, 2014, Arizona Cardinals’ head coach announced his decision to move Alexander from outside linebacker to inside linebacker to provide depth after the departure of [[Karlos Dansby]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Moving Lorenzo Alexander to inside linebacker makes sense for Cardinals |url=https://www.azcentral.com/story/somers-blog/2014/04/02/arizona-cardinals-lorenzo-alexander-inside-linebacker/7220937/ |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=azcentral.com |date=April 3, 2014}}</ref> Head coach Bruce Arians named Alexander the backup inside linebacker, behind [[Larry Foote]] and [[Kevin Minter]], to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Arizona Cardinals Depth Chart: 10/01/2014 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/164/ARZ |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> In Week 13, he collected a season-high three solo tackles and made one sack during a 29-18 loss at the [[2014 Atlanta Falcons season|Atlanta Falcons]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2014 |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> He finished the season with 13 combined tackles (11 solo) and one sack in 16 games and zero starts.<ref name="career"/>
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On April 3, 2014, Arizona Cardinals’ head coach announced his decision to move Alexander from outside linebacker to inside linebacker to provide depth after the departure of [[Karlos Dansby]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.azcentral.com/story/somers-blog/2014/04/02/arizona-cardinals-lorenzo-alexander-inside-linebacker/7220937/ |title=Moving Lorenzo Alexander to inside linebacker makes sense for Cardinals |last=Somers |first=Kent |date=April 3, 2014 |website=azcentral.com |access-date=January 15, 2019}}</ref> Head coach Bruce Arians named Alexander the backup inside linebacker, behind [[Larry Foote]] and [[Kevin Minter]], to begin the regular season.<ref>{{cite web |title=Ourlads.com: Arizona Cardinals Depth Chart: 10/01/2014 |url=https://www.ourlads.com/nfldepthcharts/archive/164/ARZ |access-date=January 15, 2019 |website=Ourlads.com}}</ref> In Week 13, he collected a season-high three solo tackles and made one sack during a 29-18 loss at the [[2014 Atlanta Falcons season|Atlanta Falcons]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/player/lorenzoalexander/2506268/gamelogs?season=2014 |title=Lorenzo Alexander: Game Logs at NFL.com |website=www.nfl.com |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref> He finished the season with 13 combined tackles (11 solo) and one sack in 16 games and zero starts.<ref name="career"/>
   
 
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Alexander entered training camp slated as a backup outside linebacker and competed for a roster spot against [[Kareem Martin]] and [[Markus Golden]].<ref>{{cite web |title=The glaring positional weakness for every NFL team -- even the Pats |url=https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/the-glaring-positional-weakness-for-every-nfl-team-even-the-pats/ |access-date=January 18, 2019 |website=cbssports.com |date=June 11, 2015}}</ref> On August 31, 2015, the Arizona Cardinals released Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.azcardinals.com/news-and-events/article-2/Lorenzo-Alexander-Dave-Zastudil-Among-Cuts/696991de-d7b2-48d3-8fc6-f8f1e567f708 |title=Lorenzo Alexander, Dave Zastudil Among Cuts |last=Urban |first=Darren |date=August 31, 2015 |website=AZCardinals.com |accessdate=September 2, 2015}}</ref>
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Alexander entered training camp slated as a backup outside linebacker and competed for a roster spot against [[Kareem Martin]] and [[Markus Golden]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/the-glaring-positional-weakness-for-every-nfl-team-even-the-pats/ |title=The glaring positional weakness for every NFL team -- even the Pats |last=Prisco |first=Pete |date=June 11, 2015 |website=cbssports.com |access-date=January 18, 2019}}</ref> On August 31, 2015, the Arizona Cardinals released Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.azcardinals.com/news-and-events/article-2/Lorenzo-Alexander-Dave-Zastudil-Among-Cuts/696991de-d7b2-48d3-8fc6-f8f1e567f708 |title=Lorenzo Alexander, Dave Zastudil Among Cuts |last=Urban |first=Darren |date=August 31, 2015 |website=AZCardinals.com |accessdate=September 2, 2015}}</ref>
   
 
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===Buffalo Bills===
  
===Buffalo Bills===
 
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On April 12, 2016, the Buffalo Bills signed Alexander to a one-year, $885,000 free agent contract with $75,000 guaranteed.<ref>{{cite news|work=NBCSports.com|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/04/12/bills-sign-special-teams-guys-lorenzo-alexander-colt-anderson/|title=Bills sign special teams guys Lorenzo Alexander, Colt Anderson|first=Darin|last=Gantt|date=April 12, 2016|accessdate=August 21, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|URL=http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/lorenzo-alexander-2773/|title=Sportrac.com:Lorenzo Alexander contracts|access-date=October 28, 2016|website=Sportrac.com}}</ref> On October 9, 2016, he had his first career three sack performance against the [[Los Angeles Rams]]. During a week five matchup against the [[Miami Dolphins]], Alexander finished with five solo tackles, two tackle for-a-loss, and a sack. Alexander had a seven-game sack streak to start the season and his nine sacks in the first seven games tied his career sack total he had accumulated over the past decade.<ref>{{cite web|URL=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000728317/article/position-power-rankings-top-10-undrafted-players|title=Position Power Rankins:Top 10 Undrafted Players|access-date=October 28, 2016|author=Chris Weaseling}}</ref> He was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October.<ref name="AFC">{{cite web|title=Tom Brady, David Johnson are Players of the Month|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000733045/article/tom-brady-david-johnson-are-players-of-the-month?campaign=tw-nf-sf40942867-sf40942867|date=November 3, 2016|website=NFL.com|author=Ortega, Mark E.}}</ref> On December 11, in a 27-20 loss to the [[Pittsburgh Steelers]], Alexander had his first career interception, which he returned for 28 yards. He finished third in the league with a team-leading career-high 12.5 sacks, and a career-high 76 combined tackles, along with six passes defensed, three forced fumbles, and his first career interception.
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On April 12, 2016, the Buffalo Bills signed Alexander to a one-year, $885,000 free agent contract with $75,000 guaranteed.<ref>{{cite news|work=NBCSports.com|url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/04/12/bills-sign-special-teams-guys-lorenzo-alexander-colt-anderson/|title=Bills sign special teams guys Lorenzo Alexander, Colt Anderson|first=Darin|last=Gantt|date=April 12, 2016|accessdate=August 21, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|URL=http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/lorenzo-alexander-2773/|title=Sportrac.com:Lorenzo Alexander contracts|access-date=October 28, 2016|website=Sportrac.com}}</ref> On October 9, 2016, he had his first career three sack performance against the [[Los Angeles Rams]]. During a week five matchup against the [[Miami Dolphins]], Alexander finished with five solo tackles, two tackle for-a-loss, and a sack. Alexander had a seven-game sack streak to start the season and his nine sacks in the first seven games tied his career sack total he had accumulated over the past decade.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000728317/article/position-power-rankings-top-10-undrafted-players |title=Position Power Rankins:Top 10 Undrafted Players |last=Wesseling |first=Chris |website=NFL.com |access-date=October 28, 2016}}</ref> He was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October.<ref name="AFC">{{Cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000733045/article/tom-brady-david-johnson-are-players-of-the-month?campaign=tw-nf-sf40942867-sf40942867 |title=Tom Brady, David Johnson are Players of the Month |last=Ortega |first=Mark E. |date=November 3, 2016 |website=NFL.com}}</ref> On December 11, in a 27-20 loss to the [[Pittsburgh Steelers]], Alexander had his first career interception, which he returned for 28 yards. He finished third in the league with a team-leading career-high 12.5 sacks, and a career-high 76 combined tackles, along with six passes defensed, three forced fumbles, and his first career interception.
   
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On December 20, 2016, Alexander was named to the [[2017 Pro Bowl]] roster at the outside linebacker position, which was his second Pro Bowl nomination.<ref>{{cite web|work=NFL.com|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000760503/article/nfl-announces-2017-pro-bowl-rosters|title=NFL announces 2017 Pro Bowl rosters|date=December 20, 2016|accessdate=December 21, 2016}}</ref> Alexander was named the Defensive MVP of the Pro Bowl, after a 20-13 AFC victory. He was also ranked 91st by his peers on the [[NFL Top 100 Players of 2017]].<ref>[http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2017/0ap3000000805758/Top-100-Players-of-2017-No-91-Lorenzo-Alexander NFL Top 100 Players of 2017 - No. 91 Lorenzo Alexander]</ref>
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On December 20, 2016, Alexander was named to the [[2017 Pro Bowl]] roster at the outside linebacker position, which was his second Pro Bowl nomination.<ref>{{cite web|work=NFL.com|url=http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000760503/article/nfl-announces-2017-pro-bowl-rosters|title=NFL announces 2017 Pro Bowl rosters|date=December 20, 2016|accessdate=December 21, 2016}}</ref> Alexander was named the Defensive MVP of the Pro Bowl, after a 20-13 AFC victory. He was also ranked 91st by his peers on the [[NFL Top 100 Players of 2017]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2017/0ap3000000805758/Top-100-Players-of-2017-No-91-Lorenzo-Alexander |title='Top 100 Players of 2017': No. 91 Lorenzo Alexander |website=NFL.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
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On March 11, 2017, Alexander signed a two-year, $9 million contract extension with the Bills.<ref>{{cite web|title=Bills agree to terms with LB Lorenzo Alexander|url=http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-agree-to-terms-with-LB-Lorenzo-Alexander/8b8b5d92-6b89-474d-806b-76d898929675|author=Brown, Chris|website=BuffaloBills.com|date=March 11, 2017}}</ref> He played in 16 games with 11 starts in 2017, recording 73 tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles, and a pass deflection.
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On March 11, 2017, Alexander signed a two-year, $9 million contract extension with the Bills.<ref>{{cite web|title=Bills agree to terms with LB Lorenzo Alexander|url=http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-agree-to-terms-with-LB-Lorenzo-Alexander/8b8b5d92-6b89-474d-806b-76d898929675|author=Brown, Chris|website=BuffaloBills.com|date=March 11, 2017}}</ref> He played in 16 games with 11 starts in 2017, recording 73 tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles, and a pass deflection.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/A/AlexLo99/gamelog/2017/ |title=Lorenzo Alexander 2017 Game Log |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
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In 2018, Alexander played in 16 games with eight starts, finishing fourth on the team with 74 tackles, second with 6.5 sacks, nine passes defensed, and two forced fumbles, and a career-high two interceptions.
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In 2018, Alexander played in 16 games with eight starts, finishing fourth on the team with 74 tackles, second with 6.5 sacks, nine passes defensed, and two forced fumbles, and a career-high two interceptions.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/A/AlexLo99/gamelog/2018/ |title=Lorenzo Alexander 2018 Game Log |website=Pro-Football-Reference.com |language=en |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
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On January 16, 2019, Alexander signed a one-year contract extension with the Bills.<ref>{{cite web|title=Lorenzo Alexander signs a contract extension with the Bills|url=https://www.buffalobills.com/news/lorenzo-alexander-signs-a-contract-extension-with-the-bills|author=Murphy, John|website=BuffaloBills.com|date=January 16, 2019}}</ref>
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On January 16, 2019, Alexander signed a one-year contract extension with the Bills.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.buffalobills.com/news/lorenzo-alexander-signs-a-contract-extension-with-the-bills |title=Lorenzo Alexander signs a contract extension with the Bills |last=Murphy |first=John |date=January 16, 2019 |website=BuffaloBills.com}}</ref>
   
 
===Career accomplishments===
  
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==Personal life==
  
==Personal life==
 
Alexander was raised by his mother and his maternal uncle.<ref>{{cite web | work=SportsJourney.com | url=http://www.sportsjourney.com/2012/01/27/washington-redskins-lorenzo-alexander-aces-at-giving-back-by-diane-chesebrough/ | title=Washington Redskins: Lorenzo Alexander: ACES at Giving Back | last=Chesebrough |first=Diane | date=January 27, 2012 |access-date=April 2, 2012}}</ref>
  
Alexander was raised by his mother and his maternal uncle.<ref>{{cite web | work=SportsJourney.com | url=http://www.sportsjourney.com/2012/01/27/washington-redskins-lorenzo-alexander-aces-at-giving-back-by-diane-chesebrough/ | title=Washington Redskins: Lorenzo Alexander: ACES at Giving Back | last=Chesebrough |first=Diane | date=January 27, 2012 |access-date=April 2, 2012}}</ref>
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He is married and has two daughters and two sons. He has a family history of diabetes and thus is a spokesman for the American Diabetes Association.
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He is married and has two daughters and two sons. He has a family history of diabetes and thus is a spokesman for the American Diabetes Association.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.diabetes.org/collab/team-tackle/roster.html |title=Team Tackle: Roster |website=American Diabetes Association |access-date=2019-07-30}}</ref>
   
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When he joined the Redskins in 2006, Alexander gained the nickname "One Man Gang", due to the versatility of football positions he can play: offensive guard, tight end, linebacker, fullback, defensive tackle, defensive end, and special teams.<ref>{{cite web | work=CaliforniaGoldenBlogs.com | url=http://www.californiagoldenblogs.com/2011/3/23/2062123/lorenzo-alexander-cal-football-california-golden-bears-nfl-washington-redskins-defensive-tackle-dt | title=Interview With Former California Golden Bear and Current Washington Redskin Lorenzo Alexander | last=TwistNHook |first= | date=March 23, 2011 | accessdate=December 11, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|work=Redskins.com|url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Alexander-The-Face-Of-Roster-Versatility/ca9a28c3-008e-4d2e-9378-c859f386140b|title=Alexander The Face Of Roster Versatility|last=Tinsman| first=Brian|date=June 27, 2012|access-date=June 27, 2012}}</ref>
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When he joined the Redskins in 2006, Alexander gained the nickname "One Man Gang", due to the versatility of football positions he can play: offensive guard, tight end, linebacker, fullback, defensive tackle, defensive end, and special teams.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.californiagoldenblogs.com/2011/3/23/2062123/lorenzo-alexander-cal-football-california-golden-bears-nfl-washington-redskins-defensive-tackle-dt |title=Interview With Former California Golden Bear and Current Washington Redskin Lorenzo Alexander |date=March 23, 2011 |website=CaliforniaGoldenBlogs.com |access-date=December 11, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|work=Redskins.com|url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Alexander-The-Face-Of-Roster-Versatility/ca9a28c3-008e-4d2e-9378-c859f386140b|title=Alexander The Face Of Roster Versatility|last=Tinsman| first=Brian|date=June 27, 2012|access-date=June 27, 2012}}</ref>
   
 
Alexander co-owns and runs a Pilates studio in [[Ashburn, Virginia]], called The Studio M.B.S. (Mind, Body, Soul), with former Redskins teammate [[Kedric Golston]].<ref>{{cite web|work=Redskins.com|url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Alexander-Credits-Pilates-For-Better-Health/b1a66725-e1a9-4430-97db-35587a3b630d|title=Alexander Credits Pilates For Better Health|last=Tinsman|first=Brian|date=March 21, 2012|access-date=April 13, 2012}}</ref>
  
Alexander co-owns and runs a Pilates studio in [[Ashburn, Virginia]], called The Studio M.B.S. (Mind, Body, Soul), with former Redskins teammate [[Kedric Golston]].<ref>{{cite web|work=Redskins.com|url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Alexander-Credits-Pilates-For-Better-Health/b1a66725-e1a9-4430-97db-35587a3b630d|title=Alexander Credits Pilates For Better Health|last=Tinsman|first=Brian|date=March 21, 2012|access-date=April 13, 2012}}</ref>

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Lorenzo Alexander
File:Lorenzo alexander.jpg
Alexander with the Buffalo Bills in 2016
No. 57 – Buffalo Bills
Position:Linebacker
Personal information
Born: (1983-05-31) May 31, 1983 (age 40)
Oakland, California
Height:6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:245 lb (111 kg)
Career information
High school:Saint Mary's College
(Berkeley, California)
College:California
Undrafted:2005
Career history
* Carolina Panthers ( 2005)*
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
Career highlights and awards
* 2× Pro Bowl (2012, 2016)
Career NFL statistics as of Week 17, 2018
Total tackles:414
Sacks:31.0
Forced fumbles:12
Fumble recoveries:4
Interceptions:3
Player stats at NFL.com
Player stats at PFR

Lorenzo John Alexander (born May 31, 1983) is an American football linebacker for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the University of California, and was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Carolina Panthers in 2005.

Alexander has also been a member of the Baltimore Ravens, Washington Redskins, Arizona Cardinals, and Oakland Raiders.

Early years

Alexander went to Saint Mary's College High School, where he played as a defensive lineman for the Panthers football team.[1] He played in the first ever U.S. Army All-American Bowl game on December 30, 2000. Alexander went to the University of California, Berkeley.[2][3]

College career

In the 2001 season, Alexander played in all 11 games as a freshman. He recorded 24 tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery. As a sophomore, he recorded 25 tackles, one sack and one fumble recovery. He won the Bob Tessier Award as the team's most improved defensive lineman. As a junior, he was named a team captain. He recorded 33 tackles and earned the Brick Muller Award as the team's most valuable defensive lineman.[4] He played one more season for the Golden Bears in 2004.[5]

Professional career

Pre-draft measureables
Ht Wt 40-yd dash 10-yd split 20-yd split 20-ss 3-cone Vert Broad BP Wonderlic
6 ft 2 in 289 lb 5.17 s 1.86 s 3.04 s 4.55 s 7.53 s 29½ in 8 ft 10 in 28 rep

Carolina Panthers

2005

On April 29, 2005, the Carolina Panthers signed Alexander to a three-year, $940,000 contract as an undrafted free agent.[7]

Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot against Atiyyah Ellison, Kris Jenkins, Charles Hill, and Eddie Freeman as a backup defensive tackle.[8] On September 3, 2005, the Carolina Panthers waived Alexander as part of their final roster cuts, but signed him to their practice squad two days later.[9]

2006

During training camp, Alexander competed against Jovan Haye, Atiyyah Ellison, and Kris Jenkins. On September 3, 2006, the Carolina Panthers officially waived Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.[10][11]

Baltimore Ravens

On September 7, 2006, the Baltimore Ravens signed Alexander to their practice squad, but was subsequently released by the team just five days later.[12][13]

Washington Redskins

On October 3, 2006, the Washington Redskins' signed Alexander to their practice squad. He spent the entire 2006 NFL season on the Redskins’ practice squad and played on the offensive line, defensive line, and also adapted to playing tight end.[14]

2007

On January 12, 2007, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander three-year, $1.11 million contract.[9][15] Head coach Joe Gibbs named Alexander the fifth defensive tackle on the Redskins’ depth chart to start the regular season, behind Cornelius Griffin, Kedric Golston, Anthony Montgomery, and Ryan Boschetti.[16] On October 7, 2007, Alexander made his professional regular season debut and made one tackle during a 34-3 victory against the Detroit Lions in Week 5.[17] In Week 8, he collected a season-high two combined tackles as the Redskins lost 52-7 at the New England Patriots.[18] On November 11, 2007, Alexander made his first career start, as a tight end, during a 33-25 loss against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 10.[19] He finished his rookie season in 2007 with four combined tackles (two solo) in 13 games and one start and primarily appeared on special teams and as a backup defensive tackle.[20]

The 2007 Washington Redskins finished third in the NFC East with a 9-7 record and earned a wildcard spot. On January 5, 2008, Alexander appeared in his first career playoff game as the Redskins lost 35-14 at the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Wild Card Round.[21] On January 8, 2008, head coach Joe Gibbs announced his decision to retire citing family obligations.[22]

2008

Throughout training camp, Alexander competed for a roster spot as a backup defensive tackle against Matthias Askew, Ryan Boschetti, and Jonathan Mapu.[23][24] Head coach Jim Zorn named Alexander the fourth backup defensive tackle on the depth chart to begin the season, behind Cornelius Griffin, Anthony Montgomery, and Kedric Golston.[25] On November 23, 2008, Alexander collected a season-high three solo tackles and made his first career sack during a 20-17 win at the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12. Alexander sacked Seahawks’ quarterback Matt Hasselbeck for a seven-yard loss during the fourth quarter.[26] In Week 16, Alexander made one tackle before exiting in the third quarter of the Redskins’ 10-3 victory against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a hamstring injury.[27] On December 25, 2008, the Washington Redskins officially placed Alexander on injured reserve after tearing his hamstring.[28] He finished the season with 17 combined tackles (11 solo), two pass deflections, and two sacks in 15 games and zero starts.[20]

2009

Alexander entered training camp as a backup defensive tackle in 2009 and competed for a roster spot against Antonio Dixon, Kedric Golston, Vaka Manupuna, and Anthony Montgomery.[29] Head coach Jim Zorn named Alexander a backup defensive tackle and backup defensive end to start the regular season.[30] On December 13, 2009, Alexander collected a season-high three solo tackles and made one sack during the Redskins’ 34-13 win at the Oakland Raiders in Week 14.[31] Alexander finished the 2009 NFL season with 23 combined tackles (18 solo), two sacks, one pass deflection, and one forced fumble in 16 games and zero starts.[20]

2010

On January 4, 2010, the Washington Redskins announced their decision to fire head coach Jim Zorn after the Redskins finished with a 4-12 record in 2009.[32] On February 27, 2010, it was reported that Alexander would switch to outside linebacker. Defensive coordinator Jim Haslett switched to a base 3-4 defense.[33] On March 5, 2010, the Washington Redskins signed Alexander to a three-year, $3.15 million contract.

During training camp, Alexander competed against Andre Carter to be the starting right outside linebacker.[14] Head coach Mike Shanahan named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind starters Andre Carter and Brian Orakpo, to begin the regular season.[34]

“Well, you don't find many guys like Lorenzo. From top to bottom, he's the best special-teams player that I've been around of the guys that make plays consistently, both kickoff, kickoff return, special teams in general. He can run, he's a big guy, he's got a great attitude. He wants to make every play. He doesn't want to come out. If he's not in the Pro Bowl on special teams, I don't know who it'll be."[35]

On October 3, 2010, Alexander earned his first career start on defense and was named the starting right outside linebacker by head coach Mike Shanahan.[36] He recorded four solo tackles during the 17-12 victory at the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 4. Alexander also delivered a hit on Philadelphia Eagles kickoff returner Jorrick Calvin during the game and prompted head coach Mike Shanahan to call it "one of the best hits I've been around since I've been in the NFL."[37] On November 12, 2010, Alexander was named the special teams captain.[38] In Week 15, Alexander collected a season-high five solo tackles during a 33-30 loss at the Dallas Cowboys.[39] He finished the season with 57 combined tackles (32 solo), two pass deflections, two forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks in 16 games and 12 starts.[20]

2011

Alexander lost his starting role after the Redskins drafted Ryan Kerrigan 16th overall in the 2011 NFL Draft.[40] Head coach Mike Shanahan named Alexander the backup outside linebacker, behind Ryan Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo, to begin the regular season.[41] Alexander continued to be captain of special teams throughout the 2011 season.[42]

In Week 15, he collected a season-high four combined tackles during a 23-10 victory at the New York Giants.[43] On December 28, 2011, it was announced that Alexander was selected as an alternate to the 2012 Pro Bowl.[44] He finished the season with 15 combined tackles (nine solo) in 16 games and zero starts. Alexander primarily played on special teams and led the special teams unit with 21 tackles on punt and kickoff coverage.[45] On January 5, 2012, it was announced that Alexander was chosen as the Redskins' nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for the second straight year.[46] He was also named the Redskins' 2011 Special Teams Player of the Year.[47]

2012

File:Lorenzo Alexander signs autograph.JPG

Alexander signing an autograph at the 2013 Pro Bowl

On April 17, 2012, Washington Redskins’ head coach Mike Shanahan announced his decision to transition Alexander from an outside linebacker to an inside linebacker to provide depth behind starting inside linebackers, London Fletcher and Perry Riley.[48]

On September 21, 2012, he was fined $15,750 by the NFL for performing a horse collar tackle on wide receiver Danny Amendola during a 31-28 loss at St. Louis Rams in Week 2.[49] On October 14, 2012, Alexander recorded five combined tackles and made a season-high 1.5 sacks during a 38-26 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Alexander recorded 1.5 sacks on Christian Ponder and also recovered a fumble by Ponder that led to a touchdown on the following drive.[50][51] In Week 16, Alexander collected a season-high seven combined tackles and one sack during a 27-20 win at the Phildelphia Eagles. On December 27, 2012, it was announced that Alexander was selected to play in the 2013 Pro Bowl as a special teams player.[52][53][54] He finished the season with 46 combined tackles (34 solo) and 2.5 sacks in 16 games and zero starts.[20]

2013

Alexander became an unrestricted free agent after the 2012 NFL season and received an offer to remain with the Redskins. Alexander stated the original offer was a three-year, $7.5 million contract that includes $2.6 million guaranteed. He stated he declined their offer after they changed the contract offer to $1.4 million guaranteed the following day with no explanation. A spokesman for the Washington Redskins claimed, “the statement is not true.”[55][56] His departure from the team was considered a casualty of the $36 million salary cap penalty that the team suffered in the 2012 offseason. Alexander, himself, even stated "But I know, in my heart of hearts, if it wasn’t for the cap, I would’ve been here.”[57]

Arizona Cardinals

On March 13, 2013, the Arizona Cardinals signed Alexander to a three-year, $9.5 million contract with $3 million guaranteed.[58] Alexander entered training camp slated the starting weakside linebacker. Head coach Bruce Arians named Alexander and Sam Acho the starting outside linebackers to begin the regular season. They started alongside inside linebackers Karlos Dansby and Jasper Brinkley.[59]

He started in the Arizona Cardinals’ season-opener at the St. Louis Rams and made four combined tackles and a pass deflection during a 27-24 loss. In Week 3, Alexander exited during the first quarter of the Cardinals’ 31-7 loss at the New Orleans Saints after injuring his right foot.[60] On September 23, 2013, the Arizona Cardinals officially placed Alexander on injured reserve after it was discovered he had ruptured the Lisfranc ligament in his right foot.[61]

2014

On April 3, 2014, Arizona Cardinals’ head coach announced his decision to move Alexander from outside linebacker to inside linebacker to provide depth after the departure of Karlos Dansby.[62] Head coach Bruce Arians named Alexander the backup inside linebacker, behind Larry Foote and Kevin Minter, to begin the regular season.[63] In Week 13, he collected a season-high three solo tackles and made one sack during a 29-18 loss at the Atlanta Falcons.[64] He finished the season with 13 combined tackles (11 solo) and one sack in 16 games and zero starts.[20]

2015

Alexander entered training camp slated as a backup outside linebacker and competed for a roster spot against Kareem Martin and Markus Golden.[65] On August 31, 2015, the Arizona Cardinals released Alexander as part of their final roster cuts.[66]

Oakland Raiders

On September 2, 2015, the Oakland Raiders signed Alexander to a one-year, $870,000 contract.[67] Head coach Jack Del Rio named Alexander the backup strongside linebacker, behind Ray-Ray Armstrong, to begin the regular season.[68] In Week 17, he collected a season-high six combined tackles during a 23-17 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs.[69] He finished the season with 13 combined tackles (11 solo) in 16 games and zero starts.[20]

Buffalo Bills

2016

On April 12, 2016, the Buffalo Bills signed Alexander to a one-year, $885,000 free agent contract with $75,000 guaranteed.[70][71] On October 9, 2016, he had his first career three sack performance against the Los Angeles Rams. During a week five matchup against the Miami Dolphins, Alexander finished with five solo tackles, two tackle for-a-loss, and a sack. Alexander had a seven-game sack streak to start the season and his nine sacks in the first seven games tied his career sack total he had accumulated over the past decade.[72] He was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October.[73] On December 11, in a 27-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Alexander had his first career interception, which he returned for 28 yards. He finished third in the league with a team-leading career-high 12.5 sacks, and a career-high 76 combined tackles, along with six passes defensed, three forced fumbles, and his first career interception.

On December 20, 2016, Alexander was named to the 2017 Pro Bowl roster at the outside linebacker position, which was his second Pro Bowl nomination.[74] Alexander was named the Defensive MVP of the Pro Bowl, after a 20-13 AFC victory. He was also ranked 91st by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2017.[75]

2017

On March 11, 2017, Alexander signed a two-year, $9 million contract extension with the Bills.[76] He played in 16 games with 11 starts in 2017, recording 73 tackles, three sacks, three forced fumbles, and a pass deflection.[77]

2018

In 2018, Alexander played in 16 games with eight starts, finishing fourth on the team with 74 tackles, second with 6.5 sacks, nine passes defensed, and two forced fumbles, and a career-high two interceptions.[78]

2019

On January 16, 2019, Alexander signed a one-year contract extension with the Bills.[79]

Career accomplishments

Personal life

Alexander was raised by his mother and his maternal uncle.[80] He is married and has two daughters and two sons. He has a family history of diabetes and thus is a spokesman for the American Diabetes Association.[81]

When he joined the Redskins in 2006, Alexander gained the nickname "One Man Gang", due to the versatility of football positions he can play: offensive guard, tight end, linebacker, fullback, defensive tackle, defensive end, and special teams.[82][83]

Alexander co-owns and runs a Pilates studio in Ashburn, Virginia, called The Studio M.B.S. (Mind, Body, Soul), with former Redskins teammate Kedric Golston.[84]

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