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Mykael Wright
American football player (born 2000) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Mykael Wright (born June 15, 2000) is an American football cornerback. He played college football at Oregon.
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High school career
Wright attended Valencia High School in Valencia, Santa Clarita, California, before transferring to Antelope Valley High School in Lancaster, California, for his senior year.[1] He played in the 2019 Under Armour All-American Game and the Polynesian Bowl.[2] Wright committed to the University of Oregon to play college football.[3]
College career
As a true freshman at Oregon in 2019, Wright played in all 14 games, recording 21 tackles, one interception and two kick return for touchdowns.[4] Wright started all seven games in the COVID-19 pandemic-shortened 2020, recording 27 tackles.[5][6][7] He returned as a starter in 2021.
Professional career
Wright was not selected during the 2022 NFL draft.[10]
Arizona Cardinals
Wright went to Arizona Cardinals rookie mini-camp as an undrafted free agent.[11]
Seattle Sea Dragons
On November 17, 2022, Wright was drafted by the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL.[12] The Sea Dragons folded when the XFL and USFL merged to create the United Football League (UFL).[13]
St. Louis Battlehawks
On January 5, 2024, Wright was selected by the St. Louis Battlehawks during the 2024 UFL dispersal draft.[14] He signed with the team on January 31.[15] He was waived on March 17.[16]
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