Brandon Myers

Brandon Myers, born on September 4, 1985, in Prairie City, Iowa, established a notable career as a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). His collegiate journey began with the Iowa Hawkeyes, where he played from 2004 to 2008. During his time at the University of Iowa, Myers became a key offensive player, accumulating 56 receptions for 665 yards and 9 touchdowns. His senior year was particularly impactful, earning him first-team All-Big Ten honors from conference coaches after recording 34 receptions for 441 yards and four touchdowns, demonstrating his consistent development and contribution to the team’s success.

Myers’ professional career commenced when he was selected by the Oakland Raiders in the sixth round of the 2009 NFL Draft, as the 202nd overall pick. He spent four seasons with the Raiders, steadily improving his performance. A career highlight with the Raiders came on December 2, 2012, against the Cleveland Browns, where he tied a franchise record with 14 receptions in a single game, amassing 130 receiving yards and scoring one touchdown. After his tenure with the Raiders, Myers moved to the New York Giants in 2013, signing a one-year contract. He continued his role as a tight end there before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2014 on a two-year contract. He remained with the Buccaneers until 2016, concluding an eight-year career in the NFL.

Throughout his NFL career, Myers played 115 games, securing 199 receptions for 1,954 yards and 9 touchdowns. His journey from Prairie City-Monroe High School, where he set multiple school records in football and was part of a state championship basketball team, to succeeding at the collegiate and professional levels, underscores his dedication and athletic versatility. Myers’ career reflects a progression of continuous effort and adaptation to the demands of competitive football, from his early days leveraging his “farm strong work ethic” to his impactful contributions on various NFL teams.