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Patrick Charles Schiller (born November 12, 1988) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. Schiller was signed as an undrafted free agent following the 2012 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. He played college football for Northern Illinois University, where he helped lead the Huskies to MAC Championship. Schiller was signed by the St. Louis Rams of National Football League (NFL) on July 22, 2014 where he was later placed on season ending IR with an undisclosed injury.
Early life
A native of Geneva IL, Schiller attended Geneva High School and lettered in football as a linebacker and running back. Schiller earned all-conference as a junior and as a senior earned all-conference all-area and all-state honors.
College career
Recorded 239 tackles in his four-year career with the Huskies. Also tallied 19 tackles for loss, three sacks, eight pass breakups, three forced fumbles and an interception. Played in 48 games with 27 starts. Tied for seventh in NIU history with 148 assisted tackles in his career despite missing the majority of his junior year due to a knee injury. All Mid-American Conference selection by Phil Steele. Schiller was Named NIU Linebacker of the Year by the coaching staff.
Personal
Schiller was featured for the cover story of the New York Times Magazine Nov 21, 2012 titled, The Burden of Dreams written by Charles Siebert.
Professional career
2012 NFL Draft
Pre-draft measurables
| Ht | Wt | 40-yd dash | 10-yd split | 20-yd split | 20-ss | 3-cone | Vert | Broad | BP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft 2 in | 234 lb | 4.72 s | 1.66 s | 2.77 s | 4.15 s | 6.98 s | 35.5 in | 9 ft 4 in | 24 |
Atlanta Falcons
Schiller was signed to the Falcons April 29, 2012. Schiller had a career high 11 tackles vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars Aug 30 in their last preseason game. Schiller signed to the teams practice squad Sep 2, 2012. The Falcons went on to have a 13-3 record. The Falcons released Schiller Aug 30, 2013.
St Louis Rams
The St. Louis Rams signed LB Pat Schiller (Falcons) Tuesday, July 22, 2014. Pat Schiller (undisclosed) was placed on Reserve/Injured after clearing waivers Tuesday, Aug. 26.