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Micah Ross (born January 13, 1976) is a former American football wide receiver.He played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) with the Jacksonville Jaguars, the San Diego Chargers, and the Carolina Panthers.In 2001, he signed as an undrafted rookie free agent with the Jaguars. He played college basketball and college football at Jacksonville University.
Early life and college career
Ross attended Andrew Jackson High Schoolin Jacksonville, Florida from 1990 to 1993.He attended Jacksonville University, where he played basketball from 1995 to 1998. When his years of basketball eligibility had ended, he walked on to Jacksonville football team, only playing one year.
Professional playing career
Jacksonville Barracudas
In 1998, after his college basketball days had ended, he played one season with the Jacksonville Barracudas of the United States Basketball League, while playing for JU's football team and teaching.
Jacksonville Tomcats
Ross played wide receiver and linebacker for the Jacksonville Tomcats of the AF2 in 2000.
Jacksonville Jaguars
After giving an impressive workout, he was signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad on October 31, 2001. He was signed to the 53-man roster on December 6, that same year. Ross was waived by the Jaguars on October 3, 2003.He played for the Jaguars mostly as a gunner and kick returner.
San Diego Chargers
On November 5, 2003, Ross signed as an unrestricted free agent with the San Diego Chargers. He was released on October 26, 2004.
Carolina Panthers
On October 28, 2004, Ross was signed by the Carolina Panthers. He was released on September 1, 2005, after being placed on injured reserve on August 30.
Coaching and teaching career
After graduating from Jacksonville University, Ross was a teacher for one year, while playing for the Jacksonville Dolphins football team. In 2010, he was hired to teach history and coach football, basketball, and track at Atlantic Coast High School in Jacksonville.