2011 Detroit Lions MeDia GUiDe - Detroit Lions Mediaroom
2011 Detroit Lions MeDia GUiDe - Detroit Lions Mediaroom
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AARON BERRY<br />
Cornerback<br />
Pittsburgh 2nd Year<br />
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 180<br />
Born: 6/25/88 Harrisburg, Pa.<br />
Dra : ‘10, FA-Det<br />
Complete biographical information available on <strong>Detroit</strong>lions.com.<br />
TRANSACTIONS<br />
Signed by the <strong>Detroit</strong> <strong>Lions</strong> as an undra ed rookie free agent Apr.<br />
30, 2010.<br />
PRO<br />
Signed as an undra ed rookie free agent with <strong>Detroit</strong> Apr. 30, 2010, Berry<br />
impressed <strong>Lions</strong>’ coaches through training camp and the preseason earning<br />
a spot on the 53-man roster.<br />
2010: With a start in the regular season opener at Chicago, Berry along<br />
with rookies DT Ndamukong Suh and RB Jahvid Best, the <strong>Lions</strong> started a<br />
total of seven rookies on opening day over two seasons (2009-10). Seven<br />
rookie starters are the most by the <strong>Lions</strong> in back-to-back seasons since<br />
1973, when rookie starters were fi rst tracked.<br />
In fi rst career game and start at Chicago (9/12) returned an interception<br />
for 23 yards in the fi rst quarter to set up a RB Jahvid Best 7-yard score<br />
on the ensuing drive. Suff ered an injury early in the second quarter and<br />
did not return to the game.<br />
Placed on Reserve/Injured Sept. 14, 2010.<br />
COLLEGE<br />
Berry spent his four-year collegiate career at Pittsburgh where he played<br />
in 48 games with 33 starts, tallying 93 tackles, 27 pass defenses, 2.0 sacks<br />
and 6 interceptions.<br />
Finished career as a two-time All-Big East cornerback, including fi rstteam<br />
honors as a senior.<br />
Compiled 31 tackles, 10 pass defenses and an interception in 2009<br />
despite missing two games due to a shoulder injury. Led Big East (tied)<br />
in pass defenses per game (1.0 average).<br />
In 2008, All-Big East (second team). Compiled 41 tackles, a sack, 3 interceptions<br />
(ranked second on team) and a team high 10 pass defenses.<br />
Also recorded 76 yards on 14 punt returns (5.4 avg).<br />
Played in all 12 games in 2007, starting the fi nal nine contests. Had 19<br />
tackles and a team-high two interceptions. Also tied for second on the<br />
team with 5 pass defenses.<br />
Pitt’s top punt returner and averaged 8.6 yards on 24 returns (206 total<br />
yards). His 8.6 yards/punt return average ranked third in the Big East.<br />
Lettered as a true freshman ion 2006, serving on special teams and as<br />
a reserve cornerback. Played in all 12 games and recorded 2 tackles<br />
and 2 pass defenses at UCF.<br />
PERSONAL<br />
Standout defensive back and receiver at Bishop McDevitt who ranked among<br />
Pennsylvania’s most heralded players. Named to the Associated Press<br />
Pennsylvania Class AAAA All-State Team (fi rst team).<br />
Averaged over 19 yards per catch as a senior with 67 receptions for<br />
1,278 yards and 21 touchdowns. Had eight interceptions at cornerback,<br />
returning 3 for touchdowns.<br />
Averaged 13.3 yards per punt return (25 attempts for 333 yards) and<br />
21.3 per kick return (three for 64).<br />
Led team to a 13-1 record, the District 3/6 Class AAAA championship<br />
and the semifi nals of the PIAA playoff s.<br />
Despite missing fi ve games his junior year due to a shoulder injury,<br />
averaged 24.1 yards per catch with 32 receptions for 771 yards and 7<br />
touchdowns. Also had 4 interceptions. Led the team to a 10-3 mark<br />
and the district title.<br />
PrepStar All-American.<br />
Played under Coach Jeff Weachter and earned three letters in football<br />
and also played basketball and ran track.<br />
The son of Aaron Berry Sr., and Mary Ann McKinney. Has two sisters and<br />
one brother. Born Aaron Douglas Berry Jr., June 25, 1988.<br />
BERRY’S SINGLEGAME BESTS<br />
Tackles: ............................................................................................................................3 (solo), at Chi, 9/12/10<br />
Interceptions: ..............................................................................................................................1, at Chi, 9/12/10<br />
PLAYER PROFILES<br />
<strong>Detroit</strong>lions.com<br />
Media.<strong>Detroit</strong>lions.com<br />
BERRY’S COLLEGE STATISTICS<br />
Year Tm G S TT ST AT Sk Yds Int Yds TD PD FF FR Yds TD STT<br />
2010 Det 1 1 3 3 0 0.0 0 1 23 0 1 0 0 0 0 0<br />
Totals 1 1 3 3 0 0.0 0 1 23 0 1 0 0 0 0 0<br />
2010 (Det)<br />
Date Opp G S TT ST AT Sk Yds Int Yds TD PD FF FR Yds TD STT<br />
9/12 at Chi 1 1 3 3 0 0.0 0 1 23 0 1 0 0 0 0 0<br />
9/19 PHI 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
9/26 at Min 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
10/3 at GB 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
10/10 STL 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
10/17 at NYG 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
10/31 WAS 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
11/7 NYJ 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
11/14 at Buf 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
11/21 at Dal 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
11/25 NE 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
12/5 CHI 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
12/12 GB 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
12/19 at TB 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
12/26 at Mia 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
1/2 Min 0 0 INJURED/RESERVE<br />
Totals 1 1 3 3 0 0.0 0 1 23 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
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