Jacques Patrick


Jacques Patrick is an American football running back for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League. He played college football at Florida State.

College career

After playing high school football at Timber Creek High School in Orlando, Florida, Patrick committed to Florida State over offers from Ohio State, Alabama, Texas A&M, and Arizona, among others. Patrick spent the 2015 and 2016 seasons as the backup to Dalvin Cook. In 2017, Patrick shared carries with freshman Cam Akers. In 2017, Patrick had 118 rushing attempts for 638 yards and 6 touchdowns, averaging 5.8 yards per rush with his season long being 68 yards. During a game against Louisville during the 2017 season, Patrick suffered an injury to his knee. He would return later in the season to play Clemson. On January 10, 2018, Patrick announced he would return for his senior season at FSU and not declare early for the 2018 NFL Draft.

Professional career

Tampa Bay Vipers

Patrick was drafted by the Tampa Bay Vipers during the 2020 XFL Draft. He had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10, 2020.

Cincinnati Bengals

Patrick signed with the Cincinnati Bengals of the NFL on April 17, 2020.

Personal life

His younger brother Peter Hayes received scholarship offers from FSU and Ohio State in 2014 while still in the eighth grade.