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Montavious Stanley | Defensive Lineman

Team: Detroit Lions
Age / DOB:  (31) / 10/10/1981
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 302
College: Louisville
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Lions released DT Montavious Stanley.
It's another sign that Nick Fairley (foot) will be ready for Week 1. Stanley was signed as a camp body earlier this month after being out of the league last season The Lions also released WR Marcus Harris, WR Demario Ballard, LB DeJuan Fulghum and S Michael Johnson. Mon, Aug 29, 2011 11:27:00 AM

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Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Lions signed DT Montavious Stanley.

Stanley was out of the league last year after getting cut by the Dolphins. A nose tackle type, he'll be a camp body while Nick Fairley (foot surgery) rehabs.
Source: Chris McCosky on Twitter
Mon, Aug 8, 2011 09:18:00 AM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Dolphins released DT Montavious Stanley.

Stanley was a long shot to make the team after an unimpressive offseason. DT Randy Starks and DT Paul Soliai sit 1-2 on the team's depth chart.
Source: Ralph Cindrich on Twitter
Sat, Sep 4, 2010 09:03:00 AM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Dolphins agreed to terms with DT Montavious Stanley, formerly of the Jaguars.

Stanley is no lock to make the team as he has little pass-rush ability and struggled against the run as well last season for the Jags' horrific defensive front.
Source: Ralph Cindrich on Twitter
Sun, Jul 25, 2010 09:00:00 AM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Jaguars released DT Montavious Stanley.

He was re-signed to a $640K deal in March, but the Jags are revamping their interior line with youngsters Tyson Alualu, D'Anthony Smith, and Terrance Knighton. Stanley also got pushed around against the run last year.
Mon, Apr 26, 2010 04:49:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Jaguars re-signed DT Montavious Stanley.

Stanley, 28, was slated to be a restricted free agent. A sixth-round pick in 2006, Stanley has exhibited little pass rush ability in four years pro with two sacks in 32 career games. He'll battle for a roster spot this summer.
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Mon, Mar 1, 2010 05:14:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Jaguars signed DT Montavious Stanley, formerly of the Saints.

Stanley, 27, has bounced around since being drafted by Dallas in the 2006 sixth round. He's a very weak bet to earn a spot on the Jags' 53-man roster.
Thu, Jul 23, 2009 04:40:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Saints placed DT Montavious Stanley on injured reserve, ending his season.

Stanley didn't have a tackle as a reserve in two weeks with the Saints.
Sat, Oct 18, 2008 04:20:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Saints signed DT Montavious Stanley and DE Jeff Charleston.

Charleston gives New Orleans a fourth end behind Will Smith, Charles Grant, and Bobby McCray. Stanley will be a fifth tackle until Sed Ellis returns.
Related: Jeff Charleston
Source: New Orleans Times Picayune
Wed, Oct 8, 2008 04:40:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Falcons re-signed DT Montavious Stanley, an exclusive rights free agent.

At 6'2/310, Stanley has the size new coach Mike Smith looks for in interior tackles. He has a good chance to stay through Atlanta's coaching change.
Mon, Mar 24, 2008 05:15:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Following injuries to DT Trey Lewis and DT Rod Coleman, Montavious Stanley and Jonathan Babineaux will start for the Falcons.

Stanley was a waiver wire claim who has bounced around the league since being drafted in 2006. Babineaux is a solid player, but Joseph Addai still has to be licking his chops.
Related: Jonathan Babineaux, Joseph Addai
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Tue, Nov 20, 2007 07:21:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Falcons claimed DT Montavious Stanley off waivers from Dallas.

Stanley has been with four organizations since being a 2006 draft choice.
Tue, Aug 28, 2007 05:45:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Dallas claimed DT Montavious Stanley off waivers from Jacksonville.

Stanley returns to the team that made him a sixth-round pick in April.
Thu, Nov 16, 2006 03:18:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Jaguars released DT Montavious Stanley and signed DE James Wyche.

They also added RB Rich Alexis to the practice squad.
Tue, Nov 14, 2006 07:17:00 PM
Montavious Stanley - DL - Lions

Jaguars signed DT Montavious Stanley.

He was a sixth-round pick by Dallas this season. Jacksonville also added center Brett Romberg to their practice squad.
Tue, Sep 12, 2006 03:45:00 PM

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