Terrence Brooks


Terrence Brooks is an American football safety for the New England Patriots of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the third round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played college football at Florida State.

High school career

A native of Dunnellon, Florida, Brooks attended Dunnellon High School where he rushed for 500 yards and recorded 53 tackles, six interceptions, and three pass breakups during his junior season.
Considered a three-star recruit by ESPN.com, Brooks was listed as the No. 21 cornerback prospect of his class. He accepted a scholarship offer from Florida State over offers from Mississippi and South Florida.

College career

As a senior in 2013, Brooks was a first-team All-ACC selection and was an All-American by CBSSports.com.

Professional career

The Baltimore Ravens selected Brooks in the third round of the 2014 NFL Draft.

Baltimore Ravens

On May 30, 2014, he was signed by the Ravens to a four-year contract On December 16, 2014, Brooks was placed on injured reserve, ending his rookie campaign.
On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Ravens.

Philadelphia Eagles

On September 4, 2016, Brooks was claimed off waivers by the Philadelphia Eagles.

New York Jets

On August 27, 2017, Brooks was traded to the New York Jets in exchange for cornerback Dexter McDougle. In Week 3, Brooks recorded two interceptions, one off quarterback Jay Cutler and the other off Matt Haack, and three passes defensed, helping the Jets earn their first win in a 20–6 victory over the Miami Dolphins, earning him AFC Defensive Player of the Week.
On March 14, 2018, Brooks signed a two-year contract extension with the Jets.
On February 19, 2019, the Jets declined the option on Brooks' contract, making him a free agent at the start of the new league year.

New England Patriots

On March 14, 2019, Brooks signed a two-year contract with the New England Patriots.
In Week 7 against his former team, the New York Jets, Brooks recorded his first interception of the season off Sam Darnold in the 33-0 win.