Cornelius Lucas


Cornelius Lucas is an American football offensive tackle for the Washington Football Team of the National Football League. He played college football at Kansas State. He has also been a member of the Detroit Lions, Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints, and Chicago Bears.

Professional career

Detroit Lions

Lucas was signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent on May 12, 2014. He played in 35 games and started six for the Lions from 2014 to 2016. As an exclusive-rights free agent, he was tendered by the Lions on March 9, 2017. On September 3, 2017, Lucas was waived by the Lions.

Los Angeles Rams

On September 12, 2017, Lucas was signed by the Los Angeles Rams. He made his first and only start of the season in the Week 17 matchup against the 49ers at right tackle.
On April 16, 2018, Lucas re-signed with the Rams. He was released on August 31, 2018.

New Orleans Saints

On December 20, 2018, Lucas was signed by the New Orleans Saints, but was released two days later. He was re-signed on December 27, 2018, but was released four days later.

Chicago Bears

On January 23, 2019, Lucas signed a reserve/future contract with the Chicago Bears. In Week 3 of the 2019 season, he started at right tackle in place of an ailing Bobby Massie; the Bears went on to win 31–15. During the year, he also saw action on tackle-eligible plays as an extra blocker.

Washington Football Team

On March 27, 2020, Lucas signed with the Washington Football Team.