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Quick Facts
Biography
Steven Wayne Daniels (born December 12, 1992) is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Boston College, and was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the seventh round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
Daniels graduated from St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati in 2011, then completed a postgraduate year at Worcester Academy before attending Boston College. As a senior at Boston College he earned first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference honors from ACC coaches.
Professional career
Washington Redskins
The Washington Redskins selected Daniels with 232nd overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft. Daniels suffered a torn labrum during the team's training camp in August 2016, requiring surgery and prematurely ending his rookie season. On May 2, 2017, Daniels was waived by the team.
Philadelphia Eagles
On May 3, 2017, Daniels was claimed off waivers by the Philadelphia Eagles. He was waived by the Eagles on June 1, 2017, but re-signed with them on a three-year contract on July 26. He was waived again on August 12, 2017.
New York Giants
On August 15, 2017, Daniels was signed by the New York Giants. He was waived on September 1, 2017.