Brian Vogler (American football)

Brian Vogler (born March 7, 1992) is a former American football tight end. He played college football at Alabama, and signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2015.

Brian Vogler
No. 84
Position:Tight end
Personal information
Born: (1992-03-07) March 7, 1992 (age 32)
Morristown, New Jersey, U.S.
Height:6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Weight:263 lb (119 kg)
Career information
High school:Columbus (GA) Brookstone
College:Alabama
Undrafted:2015
Career history
As a player:
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
As a coach:
  • Georgia (2017)
    Football operations assistant
Career highlights and awards

High school and college career

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Vogler played high school football at Brookstone School in Columbus, Georgia.

ESPNU rated Vogler as the 4th best tight end and 69th overall recruit following his high school football career. In his senior year, Vogler caught 15 passes for 351 yards and 6 touchdowns, while also recording 78 tackles and three sacks playing linebacker. He participated in the 2010 Under Armour All-America Game.[1]

Vogler played second string tight end his first season for the Crimson Tide, recording just three receptions for 27 yards. Vogler was named starter heading into the 2012 season. After taking the starting job, Vogler had 14 receptions for a total of 98 yards with 2 touchdowns.

Professional career

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Chicago Bears

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Vogler signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent, following the 2015 NFL draft. After breaking his foot during practice, Vogler was waived by the Bears on August 5, 2015.[2]

Indianapolis Colts

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On December 31, 2015, Vogler signed to the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad.[3]

Atlanta Falcons

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On January 10, 2017, Vogler signed a contract with the Falcons.[4] On April 30, 2017, he was waived by the Falcons.[5]

Personal life

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Married to Brighton Barousse in 2020.

References

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  1. ^ "Rivals.com". n.rivals.com.
  2. ^ Dickerson, Jeff (August 5, 2015). "Bears sign TE Kevin Greene; waive injured TE Brian Vogler". ESPN.com. Retrieved January 8, 2024.
  3. ^ "Indianapolis Colts make practice squad move". blogs.colts.com. December 31, 2015. Archived from the original on January 3, 2016. Retrieved December 31, 2015.
  4. ^ Inabinett, Mark (January 10, 2017). "Brian Vogler signs NFL reserve/future contract". AL.com. Retrieved January 8, 2024.
  5. ^ Choate, Dave (April 30, 2017). "Falcons waive three as they finalize their list of undrafted free agents". TheFalcoholic.com. Retrieved January 8, 2024.
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