The Washington Commanders have elevated former Nebraska linebacker Nate Gerry to their active roster.
Gerry played four seasons for the Cornhuskers (2013-16); he played both linebacker and safety. In 2014, he was named Nebraska’s Defensive co-MVP. He was a team captain in 2015 and 2016.
Gerry was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He spent four seasons with the Eagles appearing in 46 games. During his tenure, he recorded 163 combined tackles, eight tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, and three interceptions. He was a member of their Super Bowl team in 2018.
The Commanders signed Gerry in August, but he was placed on the IR and eventually released. He was signed to the practice squad on November 3rd.
We have elevated the following players from the practice squad:
–LB Nathan Gerry
–RB Jaret Patterson pic.twitter.com/xzagoxwjMD— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 14, 2022
Below is a short photo gallery of Gerry’s college career.