Ray Agnew III


Ray Mitchell Agnew III is an American football fullback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Southern Illinois University and attended De Smet Jesuit High School in Creve Coeur, Missouri. His father, Ray Agnew, played eleven seasons in the NFL.

Early years

Agnew was born on February 26, 1991 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He played high school football for the De Smet Jesuit High School Spartans. He was a three-year starter at running back and two-year starter at linebacker. He was a two-time first-team all-Metro Catholic Conference selection. Agnew also excelled in track & field, recording a top-throw of 14.78 meters in the shot put at the 2009 MSHSAA Class 4 District 2, where he placed 3rd.

College career

Agnew played from 2010 to 2013 for the Southern Illinois Salukis. He was redshirted in 2009.

Professional career

Cleveland Browns

Agnew was signed by the Cleveland Browns on May 12, 2014 after going undrafted in the 2014 NFL Draft. He made his NFL Debut on September 7, 2014 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, recording two rushing yards on one rushing attempt.
He was waived by the Browns on October 20, 2014 and re-signed by the team on November 11, 2014.
He was released by the Browns on December 23, 2014.

Dallas Cowboys

Agnew signed with the Dallas Cowboys on March 13, 2015. He was released by the Cowboys on September 5, 2015.

Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins signed Agnew to their practice squad on September 7, 2015. He was released by the Redskins on September 15, 2015.