Justin Tryon


Justin Deaon Tryon is a former American football cornerback. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL Draft. He also played for the Indianapolis Colts and New York Giants.

Early life

Tryon was born Northridge, California. He played for Littlerock High School and graduated from William Howard Taft High School. He played college football at Arizona State University and College of the Canyons. Justin started all 26 games during his two seasons at ASU. Earned Second-Team All-Conference honors as a senior after being named honorable mention All-Pac 10 as a junior. Won junior college national championship game in 2005.

Professional career

Washington Redskins

On June 13, 2008, Tryon officially signed a three-year contract with the Redskins. He had 26 tackles and one interception during the season.

Indianapolis Colts

On September 4, 2010, he was traded from the Redskins to the Indianapolis Colts for an undisclosed draft pick. Tryon had an interception during a 2010 wild card matchup against the Jets before the half. The Colts lost the game on a late field goal, 16-17. He was released by the Colts on September 28, 2011.

New York Giants

He signed with the New York Giants on October 4, 2011. He played for the Giants for both the 2011 and 2012 seasons.