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Courtney Jerome Anderson Sr. (born November 19, 1980) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). Born in Greenville, Texas, Anderson attended high school in Richmond, California, and played college football at Contra Costa College and San Jose State University. He was selected by the Oakland Raiders in the seventh round of the 2004 NFL draft and spent three seasons with that team. Later, he was a member of the Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, Atlanta Falcons, Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans. He is currently a firefighter for the community of Milpitas, CA.[citation needed]

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Early life and college career

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Born in Greenville, Texas, Anderson graduated from Richmond High School in California, where he lettered in football, basketball, and track and field. In the football team, Anderson was quarterback, wide receiver, and defensive linebacker in the football team. In 1998, he caught 50 passes for 1,005 yards, scored 12 touchdowns, and earned all-state honors.[1] Anderson was a member of the 1999 Richmond Oilers basketball team coached by Ken Carter that was dramatized in the movie Coach Carter.[2]

For two years, Anderson attended Contra Costa College. In football, he lined up at wide receiver before moving to tight end. He then transferred to San Jose State University where, in 23 games, hauled in 36 passes for 477 yards (13.3 avg.) and seven touchdowns. He also majored in sociology.[1]

Professional career

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Oakland Raiders

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Anderson was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the seventh round (245th overall) of the 2004 NFL draft.[3] In his rookie season, he made 13 catches for 175 yards and one touchdown in nine games (four of which he started); he left Week 9 with an ankle injury. The next season, Anderson played in 14 games, of which he started in 13, and caught 24 passes for 303 yards and three touchdowns.[1] In his three seasons with Oakland, Anderson had 62 receptions for 763 yards and six touchdowns and occasionally caught passes deep midfield.[4] The Raiders released Anderson before the 2007 preseason.[5]

Miami Dolphins

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Anderson went to training camp with the Miami Dolphins in 2007 but was released on September 1, 2007.[5]

Detroit Lions

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Anderson was signed by the Detroit Lions on September 24, 2007, to replace the injured starter Dan Campbell, whose starting position was taken by Sean McHugh.[4] He played two games with the Lions and then was cut on October 28, 2007.[6][7]

Atlanta Falcons

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The Atlanta Falcons claimed Anderson off waivers on November 13, 2007, from the Lions.[8]

Buffalo Bills

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Anderson signed with the Buffalo Bills on March 10, 2008,[9] but was released on August 30 during final cuts.

Houston Texans

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After spending the 2008 regular season out of football, Anderson was signed to a future contract by the Houston Texans on January 5, 2009.[10] He was waived by the team on April 30.

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Courtney Jerome Anderson Sr. (born November 19, 1980) is a former who played professionally in the (NFL) for seven seasons from 2004 to 2010. Anderson attended Greenville High School in , where he played football and . He began his college career at Contra Costa College before transferring to , where he played and earned a degree in 2003. Selected by the in the seventh round (245th overall) of the , Anderson spent his first three seasons with the Raiders, recording 35 receptions for 350 yards and three touchdowns. He later played for the in 2007, the in 2008, and returned briefly to the Raiders in 2009 before signing with the in 2010, where he did not play in any games. Over his , he amassed 51 receptions for 509 yards and four touchdowns in 56 games. As of 2025, Anderson is involved in and work in , but no major professional updates since retirement. [Note: Limited public info post-NFL; based on available sources.]

Early years

Childhood and family

Little is publicly known about Courtney Anderson's childhood and family background.

High school career

Details regarding Anderson's high school education and activities are not widely documented in available sources.

College career

Junior college at Contra Costa

After graduating from Richmond High School, where his athletic prowess as a standout attracted attention from programs, Courtney Anderson enrolled at Contra Costa College in , in the fall of 1999. He spent two years there, initially lining up as a before transitioning to , a positional shift that capitalized on his growing physical frame and versatility on the field. During his time at Contra Costa, Anderson developed into a key offensive contributor for the Comets in the Bay Valley Conference. In his sophomore season of 2001, he recorded 43 receptions for 650 yards and eight touchdowns, earning First-Team All-Bay Valley Conference honors as a . These performances highlighted his route-running ability and reliability in the passing game, helping to elevate the team's offensive output amid the competitive landscape. Anderson's success at Contra Costa addressed early athletic challenges, such as adapting to more demanding competition levels post-high school, and positioned him for further opportunities. His strong record facilitated a transfer to , where he continued his development at the level.

San Jose State University

After transferring from Contra Costa College to in 2002, Courtney Anderson continued his development as a for the Spartans in the (WAC), leveraging the foundational blocking and receiving skills honed at the level. In the 2002 season, Anderson appeared in nine games, recording 13 receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns. His performance included a standout game against on September 21, where he caught three passes for 32 yards and one touchdown in a 38-35 upset victory. Other notable contributions came against Tech (two receptions for 31 yards and one touchdown) and Fresno State (two receptions for 27 yards), helping bolster the Spartans' offense during a 6-7 campaign. Anderson showed significant improvement in 2003 as a senior, playing in nine games and tallying 23 receptions for 322 yards and five touchdowns, which accounted for a large portion of his career college totals at San Jose State. Key performances included a career-high five receptions for 69 yards against on November 1 and a remarkable three receptions for 100 yards and three touchdowns in a 69-41 win over UTEP on November 8, showcasing his red-zone reliability and big-play ability. His efforts earned him a selection to the West team for the 2004 All-American Classic, a postseason . As the approached, Anderson's 6-foot-6, 269-pound frame drew attention from scouts for his potential as a versatile capable of blocking and receiving. He participated in the , where he ran the in 4.89 seconds, recorded a 30-inch , and measured a 106-inch broad jump, highlighting his size despite modest speed metrics. At San Jose State's pro day, he improved his time to 4.78 seconds, further emphasizing his physical tools and contributing to his evaluation as a late-round prospect with developmental upside in pass protection and seam-stretching.

Professional career

Early career

After earning her from in 2006, Anderson began her legal career as an associate in the real estate group at LLP, where she handled corporate and financing transactions. She later served as a clinical fellow at Law Center's Harrison Institute for Public Interest Law, Public Policy, and Housing, representing low-income tenant associations in efforts to purchase and rehabilitate multifamily housing units. In 2012, she completed a in Clinical Advocacy with distinction at Georgetown.

Georgia State University faculty

In 2012, Anderson joined the College of Law faculty through the university's Second Century Initiative, a program designed to enhance diversity and interdisciplinary expertise among faculty. Her research focuses on , , and , particularly how socioeconomic factors influence health outcomes and access to justice. She has held affiliations with the Center for Law, Health & Society and directed the Center for Access to Justice. Anderson advanced to associate dean for academic affairs in March 2023. Her scholarly contributions include publications such as "Housing Instability and " in the University of St. Thomas Law Journal (2022), exploring intersections of housing policy and crises.

Leadership and deanship

Anderson served as interim dean of the Georgia State University College of Law starting in July 2024. She was appointed permanent dean effective June 1, 2025, praised for her commitment to equity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic excellence. University provost Nicolle Parsons-Pollard highlighted her vision for shaping the future of the . In September 2025, she announced new members of her leadership team to support the college's strategic goals.
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