Justin Sandy

Justin Sandy is a former (NFL) Safety. Signed by Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent in 2004 then went on to sign with the Cleveland Browns in 2006. As a Student-Athlete he attended the University of Northern Iowa voted "Best Colleges 2020" (U.S. News and World Reports 2020)

High-School Career[]

Sandy attended Sioux City East High School (Sioux City, Iowa) totaling 58 receptions for 957 yards and 28 touchdowns. After a team effort playoff-run his Senior season Sandy was voted Iowa 4A State Player of the Year

Student-Athlete Career[]

As an Athlete, Sandy played NCAA College Football @ the University of Northern Iowa

Throughout his NCAA football career Sandy was positioned on all 3-phases of the game. Offense, Defense, & Special Teams

He totaled 47 games in his career, and Defensively posted 192 tackles and added 7 intercepts

He was Voted All-Conference multiple seasons by the coaches of the Missouri Valley Conference and Voted Most Value Player by his teammates concluding his Senior season

As a 3.0 GPA Student Sandy earned a General Studies Degree with an Emphasis in Business Management

After graduating, Sandy then went on to attend post-graduate programs at both Harvard University & Kellogg School of Business Management

Professional career[]

Called an Underdog ... as an undrafted free agent to the Tennessee Titans in 2004 Sandy was just one of 2 athletes to successfully earn a Titans Roster spot. Competing with 30 other NCAA free agent players from universities all-around the country.

*Worth noting, in addition to Sandy, the Speaker, Philanthropist , & Entrepreneur, Jarrett Payton, was the only other undrafted free agent to make the Titans roster that year. Jarrett also happens to be the son of Hall-of-Famer Walter Payton.

Tennessee Titans[]

Sandy was originally signed by the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted rookie free agent on April 28, 2004.

After earning the respect of the coaches and teammates during his time on the practice squad he was activated to the active roster and made his NFL debut at the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 21.

During the 3rd quarter of his first active NFL game he suffered a stress fracture in his left foot while blocking an opposing player during a special teams play.

He managed to finish the game but collapsed to the ground immediately upon the conclusion and was rushed to the training room for immediate treatment.

After surgery and several months of rehabilitation on his left foot Sandy suffered his second major career setback when he suffered the same injury on his right foot just months later.

Determined to return to the field the following season Sandy sought second opinions.

After discussing his options with coaches and multiple doctors Sandy opted to forgo the traditional rehabilitation for a controversial cancer treatment which was promised to expedite bone healing.

His healing time was cut in half and was able to return for the final preseason game of 2005 against the San Francisco 49ers

In 2005, he played in three games

Excited return to finally return to the field of play and test his skills against noteworthy NFL players like TE Todd Heap, LB Ray Lewis, and S Ed Reed

His first start came against the Baltimore Ravens on September 21, 2005

Disappointingly, during the game, Sandy shockingly re-fractured his right foot while leaping over a fullback in the backfield to tackle a Ravens running back

thus, suffering his 3rd major injury in less than a one year span

He finished the season with two tackles and was unable to return to play for the remainder of the season.

Asked about his multiple injuries and setbacks Sandy responded by saying "Tough times don't last, tough people do." quoting his admired High-School Football Coach, Walt Fiegel

Cleveland Browns[]

After departing from the Titans, Sandy earned a roster position with the Cleveland Browns.

During one of best pre-seasons to date, Sandy became a starting special teams player and was in the running for a starting safety position with Cleveland

thus, before suffering another major injury, a knee injury during a preseason game versus the Cowboys

After two seasons with the Browns in 2006 and 2007 Sandy was forced to make a decision: keep on playing and require a total knee replacement a few years down the road or retire

Unfortunately, Sandy departed with the Cleveland Browns on July 21, 2008. He then went on to retire as an NFL player after a five-year career

Relationship Status[]

Girlfriend

Occupation[]

Investor

Hobbies[]

Agriculture