Akeem Dent


Akeem Dent is a former American football linebacker who is currently an Defensive Assistant for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Georgia. He played for the Atlanta Falcons and Houston Texans.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Dent was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He was signed by the team on July 28. Dent was selected to the Pro Football Weekly All-Rookie Team.

Houston Texans

On June 18, 2014, Dent was traded to the Houston Texans for quarterback T. J. Yates.
Dent signed a two-year contract to stay with the Texans on March 24, 2015.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On August 28, 2017, Dent signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars, only to be released on September 1.

Coaching career

Houston Texans

On February 5, 2019, Dent was hired as a defensive assistant for the Houston Texans of the National Football League.