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Michael Floyd Jr. (born November 27, 1989) is an American former professional football wide receiver who played seven seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 2008 to 2011, finishing with 271 catches for 3,686 yards and 37 touchdowns, all school records. He was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft, but was dismissed from the Cardinals during the 2016 season, after he was arrested on drinking and driving charges.[1][2] He has also played for the New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints, Washington Redskins, and Baltimore Ravens.

Key Information

Early life

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Born in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Michael Floyd Sr. and Theresa Romero, Floyd attended Cretin-Derham Hall High School, where he played for the Raiders football team as a wide receiver. In his junior year, Floyd caught 63 passes for 1,240 yards and 16 touchdowns. As a senior, he recorded 59 receptions for 1,247 yards (21.1 avg.) and 17 touchdowns, and added 497 rushing yards on 43 carries (11.6 avg.) while also returning 16 punts for 373 yards (23.3 avg.) and four more scores, helping lead his high school team to a 13–1 record and an appearance in the state championship game. In order to afford the school, Floyd worked off a scholarship by helping the custodial staff clean the school before the day started. Floyd was named Minnesota Player of the Year twice by the Associated Press (AP) and Gatorade (2007, 2008). He was a USA Today High School All-American in 2007, and was picked to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio, Texas.[3]

In addition to football, Floyd also participated in basketball and track while at Cretin. In basketball, he averaged 23.5 points per game as a senior for the Raiders, scoring at least 30 points in six games. He totaled 1,380 points in his basketball career, finishing just 86 points short of the school record for most career points. In track and field, he competed as a sprinter and long jumper during his senior year. He recorded personal-bests of 22.9 seconds in the 200-meter dash and 6.40 meters (20 ft, 6 in) in the long jump.

Considered a five-star recruit by Rivals.com, Floyd was listed as the No. 3 wide receiver in the nation.[4] He was ranked the top wide receiver and the third-best player on the Detroit Free Press Best of the Midwest Top 20 list. Tom Lemming rated him the 15th-best player in the nation, while Scout.com ranked him as the 16th-best. After narrowing his list of college choices to Michigan, Ohio State, Miami, Florida and Notre Dame, Floyd decided to play college football for the Fighting Irish, committing on October 19, 2007.

College career

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Freshman season (2008)

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See also: 2008 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team

As a true freshman at Notre Dame, Floyd played in 11 of Notre Dame's 13 games on the year, only missing the final two games of the regular season (Syracuse and USC) due to an injury sustained early against Navy. He recorded seven touchdown receptions on the year, breaking the record for an Irish freshman (previously held by teammate Duval Kamara's four touchdowns in 2007), while catching 48 balls to break another Notre Dame freshman record in receptions (Kamara had 32 in 2007). His 719 receiving yards set the mark for Notre Dame first-year players (Tony Hunter had 690 in 1979).

Floyd playing for Notre Dame

Sophomore season (2009)

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See also: 2009 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team

Floyd began his sophomore season with 3 touchdowns and 189 yards receiving on 4 receptions. Later in the season, Floyd suffered a fractured clavicle, which prevented him from playing in 5 of Notre Dame's 12 games. He returned from that injury and finished the season with 9 receiving touchdowns and almost 800 receiving yards in 7 games of action.

Junior season (2010)

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See also: 2010 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team

In 2010, Floyd started every game leading the Irish to an 8–5 record. He ended the season with 79 receptions for 1,025 yards and 12 touchdowns. The 79 catches ranked second in Notre Dame single-season history, while his 12 touchdowns tied for fourth most in a season and his 1,025 receiving yards ranked seventh. Floyd was named MVP for Notre Dame and the Sun Bowl.

Senior season (2011)

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See also: 2011 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team

After receiving a citation for drunken driving on March 20, 2011, Floyd was suspended indefinitely from the Notre Dame football team on March 21, 2011. The suspension was lifted August 3, 2011, allowing him to return playing football at Notre Dame without missing any games of the 2011 season. Coach Kelly did not however allow Floyd to remain a team captain, leaving senior Harrison Smith the lone captain.[5][6]

After being suspended from team activities for several months, Floyd was reinstated in August just as fall practice began.[7] In 2011, he started every game leading the Irish to once again, an 8–5 record. He finished the season with 100 receptions for 1,147 yards and 9 touchdowns, including one rushing touchdown. His 100 catches marked a new career best, and also set a new school record, surpassing former teammate Golden Tate's 93 receptions in 2009. He also set school records for career receptions (271), career 100-yd games (16), receiving yards (3,689), and receiving touchdowns (37).

College statistics

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Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Season Receiving Rushing Punt return
Rec Yds Avg TD Att Yds Avg TD Ret Yds Avg TD
2008 48 719 15.0 7 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0.0 0
2009 44 795 18.1 9 1 8 8.0 0 0 0 0.0 0
2010 79 1,025 13.0 12 1 9 9.0 0 0 0 0.0 0
2011 100 1,147 11.5 9 2 13 6.5 1 2 44 22.0 0
Career 271 3,686 13.6 37 4 30 7.5 1 2 44 22.0 0

Professional career

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External videos
video icon Floyd performing at the NFL Combine
video icon Floyd gets drafted by the Cardinals
Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 2+5⁄8 in
(1.90 m)		 220 lb
(100 kg)		 32+7⁄8 in
(0.84 m)		 9+3⁄8 in
(0.24 m)		 4.47 s 1.59 s 2.66 s 4.37 s 7.11 s 36.5 in
(0.93 m)		 10 ft 2 in
(3.10 m)		 16 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day[8][9]

Arizona Cardinals

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The Arizona Cardinals selected Floyd in the first round (13th overall) of the 2012 NFL draft.[10] On June 11, 2012, the Cardinals signed him to a fully guaranteed four-year, $9.97 million contract.[11]

Floyd began the 2012 NFL season as a backup wide receiver. His first career reception was an eight-yard touchdown off a deflected pass in a 27–6 win against the Philadelphia Eagles.[12] He played in all 16 games with three starts recording 45 receptions for 562 yards and two touchdowns.

In the 2013 season, Floyd started all 16 games recording 65 receptions for 1,041 yards and five touchdowns.

On April 29, 2015, the Arizona Cardinals opted to exercise the fifth-year, $7.32 million option on Floyd's rookie contract.[13][14]

Floyd was released by Cardinals on December 14, 2016, following a DUI arrest.[15]

New England Patriots

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Floyd was claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots on December 15, 2016.[16] Floyd recorded his first catch as a Patriot in the team's Week 16 blowout win over the New York Jets, a six-yard throw from Patriots backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. On January 1, 2017, Floyd caught his first touchdown as a Patriot against the Miami Dolphins. He also assisted fellow wide receiver Julian Edelman on his 77-yard touchdown catch and run by delivering a crushing block to Dolphins cornerback Tony Lippett. He was inactive for the final two playoff games as the Patriots advanced to the franchise's ninth Super Bowl appearance. On February 5, 2017, Floyd's Patriots appeared in Super Bowl LI. Floyd was inactive for the Super Bowl. The Patriots defeated the Atlanta Falcons by a score of 34–28 in overtime.[17][18]

Minnesota Vikings

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On May 10, 2017, the Minnesota Vikings signed Floyd to a one-year, $1.41 million contract[19][14] After signing with the Vikings, he stated: "I am very excited to come home and play for the Vikings. I have been training extremely hard this offseason in addition to taking responsibility and paying the consequences for my mistake. Although I cannot change my past decisions, I have definitely learned from this experience and look forward to making valuable contributions to the Vikings organization and the Minnesota community, both as a player and a person."[20] On July 14, 2017, Floyd was suspended for the first four games of the 2017 regular season for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.[21] Floyd was re-activated on October 9, 2017, for a Monday Night Football matchup against the Chicago Bears.

New Orleans Saints

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On July 31, 2018, Floyd signed with the New Orleans Saints.[22] On September 1, 2018, Floyd was released.[23]

Washington Redskins

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On September 17, 2018, Floyd signed with the Washington Redskins.[24]

Baltimore Ravens

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On May 17, 2019, Floyd signed with the Baltimore Ravens.[25] He was released during final roster cuts on August 30, 2019.[26]

NFL career statistics

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Regular season

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Year Team Games Receiving Rushing Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Att Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2012 ARI 16 3 45 562 12.5 53 2 0 0 0.0 0 0 1 1
2013 ARI 16 16 65 1,041 16.0 91T 5 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2014 ARI 16 14 47 841 17.9 63 6 1 2 2.0 2 0 3 1
2015 ARI 15 6 52 849 16.3 60T 6 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2016 ARI 13 7 33 446 13.5 39 4 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
NE 2 1 4 42 10.5 14T 1 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2017 MIN 11 1 10 78 7.8 19 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2018 WAS 13 3 10 100 10.0 20 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total[27] 102 51 266 3,959 14.9 91T 25 1 2 2.0 2 0 4 2

Postseason

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Year Team Games Receiving Rushing Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Att Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2014 ARI 1 1 1 −12 −12.0 −12 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2015 ARI 2 2 6 63 10.5 15 2 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2016 NE 1 1 1 9 9.0 9 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
2017 MIN 2 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
Total[28] 6 4 8 60 7.5 15 2 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0

Personal life

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On March 20, 2011, Floyd was arrested for DUI.[29] On December 12, 2016, Floyd was arrested and charged with two counts of driving under the influence after he was found passed out behind the wheel.[30][31] On February 17, 2017, he was found guilty of DUI, and was sentenced to 24 days in jail and 96 days of house arrest. After his release, he was ordered to pay a fine worth over 5,000 dollars as part of his plea and undergo 30 hours of community service.[32]

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Michael Floyd Jr. (born November 27, 1989) is an American former professional football who played in the () for seven seasons from 2012 to 2018. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 220 pounds, Floyd was selected by the in the first round (13th overall) of the after a standout college career at the , where he set multiple receiving records and earned All-American honors. Over his NFL tenure, Floyd appeared in 102 games across four teams, accumulating 266 receptions for 3,959 yards and 26 receiving touchdowns, with his most productive years coming during his initial stint with the Cardinals from 2012 to 2016, where he posted a 1,000-yard season in 2013. He joined the midseason in 2016 following a release from amid off-field issues, contributing to their victory over the despite being inactive for the game itself, earning him a . Floyd later played for the in 2017 and the Washington in 2018 after a brief signing with the that year, and briefly signed with the before retiring from professional play. Since retiring, Floyd has transitioned into coaching, joining as an assistant wide receivers coach in the summer of 2021, leveraging his experience to mentor college athletes in his home state of . A native of St. Paul who starred at as a three-sport athlete and Mr. Football award winner, Floyd's journey reflects resilience, marked by early promise, professional success, personal challenges including a 2016 DUI arrest that impacted his career trajectory, and a return to his roots in education and community involvement.

Early life

Family background

Michael Floyd was born on November 27, 1989, in . He is the son of Michael Floyd Sr., a , and Theresa Romero, a merchandiser at in the . Floyd was raised primarily by his mother in a single-parent household on St. Paul's , a working-class neighborhood, alongside four older sisters—Lynette, Fachon, and two others—making him often the only male in the home. This modest, close-knit family environment shaped his early years, instilling values of resilience and hard work reflective of his parents' blue-collar professions. From a young age, Floyd was immersed in sports through family encouragement and local community programs in Saint Paul. He frequently played football and basketball at neighborhood playgrounds, developing his athletic skills in an informal setting that emphasized and . By , Floyd had discovered his particular passion for football, which became a central focus of his youth. This early exposure laid the foundation for his athletic development, transitioning naturally into structured high school programs.

High school career

Michael Floyd attended in , where he emerged as a standout athlete in football, , and . Playing primarily as a under Mike Scanlan, Floyd demonstrated exceptional versatility and athleticism during his high school tenure. His family provided strong support for his athletic pursuits, encouraging his multi-sport involvement from an early age. As a senior in 2007, Floyd recorded 59 receptions for 1,247 yards with an average of 21.1 yards per catch and 17 , while also contributing 497 rushing yards on 43 carries and four touchdown returns on punt coverage. These performances earned him first-team all-state honors from the for the second consecutive year, recognizing him as 's top player. Floyd's dominance helped lead the Raiders to the Minnesota Class 5A state championship game, solidifying his reputation as one of the nation's premier high school wide receivers. Floyd's high school accolades included selection to the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, a prestigious national all-star game held in , , where he showcased his skills against top prospects. As a highly touted five-star recruit, he drew interest from multiple elite college programs, including Ohio State, , and USC. In October 2007, following an official visit, Floyd orally committed to the . He signed his in February 2008, marking the end of a recruitment process that highlighted his status as Minnesota's premier football talent.

College career

2008 season

As a true freshman in 2008, Michael Floyd transitioned to at the under head coach , who implemented a emphasizing precise route-running and quarterback-receiver synchronization. Floyd, drawing from his standout high school performance at in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he recorded over 2,300 receiving yards and 29 touchdowns, quickly adapted to the higher level of competition. Floyd made an immediate impact in his collegiate debut during the season opener against San Diego State on September 6, 2008, where his first career reception was a 22-yard pass from Jimmy Clausen in the fourth quarter, helping secure a 21-13 victory. Over the course of the season, he appeared in 11 games, starting one, and established himself as a key target in the passing game despite the challenges of adjusting to the physicality and speed of Division I football as a 18-year-old newcomer. His performance included 48 receptions for 719 yards and seven touchdowns, setting Notre Dame freshman records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches at the time. Floyd showed early promise, averaging over 65 yards per game through the first nine contests and pacing for even higher totals before an injury sidelined him for the final two regular-season games against Syracuse and USC. He returned for the against on December 24, 2008, contributing to Notre Dame's 49-21 win with additional receptions, including a 15-yard slant, while helping end the team's bowl losing streak. The season presented adjustment hurdles for Floyd, including navigating the demands of Weis's complex scheme and recovering from minor ailments amid a rebuilding Notre Dame offense that finished 7-6 overall. Despite these obstacles, his freshman campaign highlighted his potential as a big-play threat, with multiple games exceeding 100 receiving yards, such as 100 yards on six catches against Purdue.

2009 season

In his sophomore season of 2009, Michael Floyd solidified his role as a breakout star in Notre Dame's passing offense, serving as a primary target for despite an early-season injury that limited his availability. Building on a promising freshman year where he set Notre Dame records for receptions, yards, and touchdowns by a first-year receiver, Floyd started all seven games he played, helping to drive the Fighting Irish's aerial attack. Floyd's season was derailed when he suffered a fractured clavicle during the third game (against Michigan State), causing him to miss the next five contests against Purdue, Washington, USC, Boston College, and Washington State. He returned for the final four games, finishing with 44 receptions for 795 yards and nine touchdowns—averaging 113.6 yards per game and leading the team in receiving production. His efficiency and big-play ability were evident, with an average of 18.1 yards per catch, marking a significant step up in impact from his rookie campaign. Key highlights included a dominant performance in the season opener against , where Floyd hauled in four passes for 189 yards and three s, including scoring grabs of 24, 70, and 88 yards, contributing to a 35-0 victory. The following week against , he eclipsed 100 yards receiving for the second straight game with seven catches for 131 yards and a in a high-scoring 38-34 loss, showcasing his ability to stretch the field and create explosive plays alongside teammate . These outings underscored Floyd's emergence as a cornerstone of Notre Dame's offense under .

2010 season

In his junior season of 2010, Michael Floyd emerged as a dominant force for the , starting 12 games and helping lead the team to an 8–5 overall record under first-year head coach Brian Kelly. Despite dealing with a injury that sidelined him for the October 23 matchup against —where he was in uniform but did not play—Floyd's contributions were pivotal in the passing game, as he recorded 79 receptions for 1,025 yards and 12 touchdowns, all team highs. His performance ranked him among the top wide receivers nationally, with an average of 85.4 receiving yards per game. Floyd's efficiency and big-play ability shone in several key outings, particularly during a strong late-season surge where he amassed nine touchdowns over the final six games. One standout performance came on October 16 against Western , where he hauled in nine catches for 157 yards and three touchdowns, powering a 44–20 victory and showcasing his physicality at 6-foot-3 and 220 pounds. In the Sun Bowl against Miami (FL) on December 31, Floyd capped the year with six receptions for 109 yards and two touchdowns, including a 34-yard score, earning him honors in Notre Dame's 33–17 win to close out the campaign. Overall, Floyd's breakout year solidified his status as Notre Dame's primary offensive weapon, setting school single-season records for receptions (tied for second) and contributing to a balanced attack that improved the team's standing after a 4–8 finish in 2009. His reliability in the slot and on the boundary helped stabilize the quarterback position amid transitions, with backups like Tommy Rees relying on him for crucial conversions.

2011 season

In his senior season, Michael Floyd started all 13 games for Notre Dame, serving as the primary wide receiver and a key leader on an offense that helped the Fighting Irish achieve an 8-5 record. He set a school single-season record with 100 receptions for 1,147 yards and nine touchdowns, surpassing previous marks in receptions and contributing significantly to the team's passing attack despite frequent double-team coverage. His performance underscored his development into a dominant playmaker, with notable games including two touchdown receptions against South Florida in the opener (12 catches for 154 yards) and a career-high 159 yards on six receptions against Michigan. Floyd's exceptional year earned him recognition as a second-team All-American by the Walter Camp Foundation and Phil Steele, along with honorable mention honors from and . He was also named a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award, which honors the nation's top receiver, highlighting his route-running precision and reliability in high-pressure situations. Throughout the season, Floyd demonstrated strong leadership, mentoring younger receivers and maintaining team focus during a campaign that included a 31-14 win over , where he recorded six receptions for 78 yards and a touchdown. Following the 2011 season, as a senior, Floyd declared for the , where his record-setting production positioned him as one of the top prospects.

College statistics and awards

During his four seasons at Notre Dame from 2008 to 2011, Michael Floyd established himself as one of the most prolific in school history, amassing career totals of 271 receptions for 3,686 receiving yards and 37 touchdowns. These figures remain Notre Dame records for career receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns, surpassing previous benchmarks set by predecessors like (by 89 receptions and 1,142 yards) and (by 15 touchdowns). Floyd's production built steadily across his college tenure, as detailed in the following year-by-year receiving statistics:
SeasonGamesReceptionsYardsYards/RecTouchdowns
2008114871915.07
200974479518.19
201012791,02513.012
2011131001,14711.59
Career432713,68613.637
Among his major awards, Floyd earned the Notre Dame Monogram Club Award in both and 2011, becoming only the 10th player in school history to win team MVP honors twice. He was also named the C.M. Hendricks of the Hyundai after recording six receptions for 109 yards and two touchdowns in Notre Dame's 33-17 victory over . Additionally, Floyd received preseason first-team All-American recognition from and ahead of the season, and he was placed on the watch list for the Biletnikoff Award (nation's top receiver) and Player of the Year Award that year.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals (2012–2016)

Michael Floyd was selected by the with the 13th overall pick in the first round of the , following a standout college career at Notre Dame. As the team's top draft choice, he signed a four-year, $11.15 million contract and joined a receiving corps led by veteran . In his rookie season of 2012 under head coach , Floyd transitioned to the , appearing in all 16 games with 11 starts. He recorded 45 receptions for 562 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, serving primarily as a complementary option to Fitzgerald while adapting to professional defenses. The following year, 2013, marked a turning point with the hiring of as head coach, whose up-tempo offense emphasized deep threats. Floyd started all 16 games, achieving a breakout performance with 65 receptions for 1,041 yards and 5 touchdowns, including his first 100-yard receiving game on October 27 against the (5 receptions, 130 yards, 1 touchdown). Positioned often as the "X" receiver opposite Fitzgerald, Floyd's development helped form a dynamic duo that stretched opposing secondaries. Floyd continued his growth in 2014, again starting all 16 games and posting 47 receptions for 841 yards and 6 touchdowns, highlighted by a career-high 17.9 yards per catch. In 2015, despite missing one game due to injury, he started 14 contests, tallying 52 receptions for 849 yards and 6 touchdowns, contributing to the Cardinals' 13-3 regular-season record. In 2016, Floyd appeared in 15 games with 8 starts, recording 33 receptions for 446 yards and 4 touchdowns, though the Cardinals finished with a 7-8-1 record and missed the playoffs. Over his five seasons with the Cardinals (2012–2016), Floyd appeared in 78 games, accumulating 242 receptions for 3,739 yards and 23 receiving touchdowns, establishing himself as a key deep-ball target in Arians' scheme alongside Fitzgerald.

New England Patriots (2016)

On December 15, 2016, the claimed Michael Floyd off waivers from the , one day after the Cardinals released him following his arrest on DUI charges three days earlier. The move addressed New England's need for additional depth at late in the season. Floyd was inactive for his first two weeks with the team but debuted in Week 16, catching one pass for 6 yards in a 41–3 win over the . The following week against the , he hauled in three receptions for 36 yards, including a 14-yard in the second quarter that extended New England's lead to 21–0 during a 35–14 victory; he also delivered a key block on a 77-yard run by running back . In three regular-season games with the Patriots, Floyd recorded 4 receptions for 42 yards and 1 . Floyd appeared in New England's divisional playoff win over the Houston Texans, logging 1 reception for 9 yards, but was a healthy inactive for the against the and against the . As a member of the 53-man roster throughout the postseason, he earned a after the Patriots' 34–28 overtime victory, marking the franchise's fifth championship. Floyd pleaded guilty to extreme DUI charges stemming from his December 2016 arrest on February 16, 2017, and began serving a 24-day jail sentence that day, followed by 96 days of home detention starting in March. The Patriots did not re-sign him as a after the season, citing his ongoing legal obligations and a likely league suspension; he remained unable to leave until mid-June 2017.

Minnesota Vikings (2017)

On May 10, 2017, Floyd signed a one-year contract with the , returning to his home state where he had starred at in St. Paul. The deal was valued at $1.5 million, with potential incentives up to $6 million based on performance milestones. Prior to the season, Floyd faced a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy, stemming from a December 2016 DUI arrest during his time with the . The suspension was announced on July 14, 2017, and he remained eligible for preseason activities but missed the first four regular-season games without pay. Floyd was activated from suspension on October 9, 2017, ahead of Week 6, joining a Vikings receiving corps led by Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen. In a limited role as the third or fourth option, he appeared in 11 games, recording 10 receptions for 78 yards and no touchdowns. His contributions were minimal, with his longest catch at 19 yards, reflecting the depth behind the established starters.

New Orleans Saints (2018)

Floyd signed with the on July 31, 2018, providing depth at during training camp as the team sought to bolster its position group behind star Michael Thomas. At age 28, he viewed the opportunity as a chance to revive his career in New Orleans' high-powered offense led by quarterback , expressing confidence in his remaining potential despite limited production in recent seasons. During the preseason, Floyd appeared in four games for the Saints, catching one pass for 16 yards in the second matchup against the . His limited role reflected the depth chart's competitiveness, with the team prioritizing younger or more established options. The Saints released Floyd on September 1, 2018, as part of final cuts to reach the 53-man roster limit. This ended his brief tenure with the team, following a audition that failed to secure a longer-term spot.

Washington Redskins (2018)

On September 17, 2018, following his release by the earlier that month, Michael Floyd signed with the Washington Redskins as a to bolster their depth amid injuries and inconsistent production. The move came after the Redskins' offense struggled in their home opener, prompting the team to add veteran options like Floyd and fellow former first-rounder . Floyd appeared in 12 games during the season, primarily serving as a rotational player behind primary targets and . He recorded 10 receptions on 24 targets for 100 yards and one —a 7-yard score against the in Week 16. His most notable catch was a 20-yard reception against the in Week 7, which helped sustain a key drive in a defensive-minded . Despite these limited highlights, Floyd's impact remained minimal within a offense that ranked 29th in the with 17.6 points per game, hampered by quarterback instability after Alex Smith's season-ending leg injury in . The unit's struggles, including a 1-6 finish to the season, underscored Floyd's peripheral role as the team prioritized younger players and failed to qualify for the .

Baltimore Ravens (2019)

Floyd signed a one-year contract with the on May 17, 2019, bringing veteran experience to a group that included emerging talents like and IV. Throughout and the preseason, he competed for a roster spot in an offense emphasizing the run game under quarterback , where wide receivers served primarily as complementary pieces to a ground attack that led the league with 3,296 rushing yards. Floyd appeared in all three preseason games, recording three receptions on four targets for 54 yards and one touchdown, highlighted by a 28-yard score from rookie Trace against the . Despite his contributions, released Floyd on August 30, 2019, as part of trimming to the 53-man roster, effectively concluding his professional playing career after failing to secure a position on the active roster or . This brief tenure marked Floyd's last involvement in team activities as a player.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Michael Floyd's career spanned seven seasons from 2012 to 2018, during which he recorded 266 receptions for 3,959 yards and 25 touchdowns across 102 games, averaging 14.9 yards per reception. His production was concentrated in his early years with the , where he established himself as a deep-threat receiver, before stints with multiple teams led to diminished roles and output. The following table summarizes his regular season receiving statistics year by year, including games played (G), games started (GS), receptions (Rec), receiving yards (Yds), yards per reception (Y/R), and touchdowns (TD). Data reflects totals when playing for multiple teams in a single season.
YearTeam(s)GGSRecYdsY/RTD
2012ARI1634556212.52
2013ARI1616651,04116.05
2014ARI16144784117.96
2015ARI1565284916.36
2016ARI/NWE1583748813.25
2017MIN11110787.80
2018WAS1331010010.01
Career102512663,95914.925
Floyd's peak performance came in the 2013 season with the Cardinals, where he achieved career highs of 65 receptions for 1,041 yards and 5 touchdowns, earning his first and only selection as a reliable complement to in Arizona's passing attack. This breakout year showcased his ability to stretch the field, with a 16.0 yards-per-reception average, though subsequent seasons saw his efficiency peak even higher in 2014 at 17.9 yards per catch amid fewer opportunities. His later career decline reflected off-field challenges and roster changes, limiting him to under 500 yards per season after 2015.

Postseason

Michael Floyd's NFL postseason career was limited, spanning six games across four seasons with three teams, where he recorded 8 receptions for 60 yards and 2 touchdowns. In his playoff debut during the 2014 NFC Wild Card round with the against the , Floyd appeared in one game but managed only 1 reception for a loss of 12 yards, with no touchdowns. The following year, in the 2015 , he saw increased involvement over two games: in the NFC Divisional round victory over the on January 16, 2016, he caught 3 passes for 26 yards, including two touchdowns (an 8-yard score in the first quarter and a 9-yard score in the second), contributing to the Cardinals' 26–20 overtime win. In the subsequent NFC Championship loss to the Panthers, he added 3 receptions for 37 yards but no scores. Acquired by the mid-2016 season, Floyd dressed for the AFC Divisional playoff win over the Houston Texans on January 14, 2017, where he had 1 reception for 9 yards. However, he was inactive for the against the and, despite being on the roster for , remained a healthy scratch for the February 5, 2017, victory over the , missing an opportunity to play in the championship despite earning a ring as part of the team. In the 2017 postseason with the , after signing as a in the 2017 offseason, Floyd appeared in two games—the Wild Card victory over the and the NFC Championship loss to the —but recorded no receptions. Floyd had no further playoff appearances after 2017, reflecting a career marked by missed opportunities due to trades, depth chart positioning, and off-field issues that limited his role in high-stakes games despite his regular-season production building toward postseason contention with multiple teams.

Post-playing career

Coaching roles

After retiring from his NFL playing career, Michael Floyd entered the coaching field to share his professional expertise with emerging athletes. In the summer of 2021, he joined the football staff at as an assistant wide receivers coach for the program. In this role, Floyd focuses on player development, technique instruction, and route-running fundamentals for wide receivers, drawing directly from his seven-season career across multiple teams. His presence has elevated the program's credibility by infusing professional-level insights into college-level training, helping young players refine skills like contested catches and separation tactics that defined his own career. Floyd's extends to emphasizing mental and , lessons honed during his time as a Super Bowl champion with the . As of 2025, Floyd remains in his position at , continuing to contribute to the team's seasonal preparations each fall. Additionally, he has taken on guest coaching duties at youth programs, including serving as wide receivers coach at the of the North's Legends Football Academy Camp in summer 2025, where he provides targeted guidance to high school prospects.

Business and other activities

After retiring from the NFL, Michael Floyd transitioned into the real estate sector in the area of , engaging in commercial and residential activities as early as 2021. He became a licensed , initially affiliated with Results' Gwaltney Group starting in early 2023, before joining eXp Realty later that year, where he assists clients with property transactions and leverages his local knowledge to support homeownership. Through his professional website, Floyd promotes his services as a champion dedicated to helping families navigate the housing market. His business endeavors are grounded in the personal foundation of his journey, which has shaped his approach to and resilience. In addition to , Floyd maintains an active presence, where he shares content promoting his professional services alongside his personal interest in . He engages in engagements, drawing on his experiences to discuss football strategies and broader life lessons for audiences. As of 2025, Floyd has shown no interest in returning to professional football, opting instead for a low-profile life centered on these post-playing pursuits.

Personal life

Family

Michael Floyd is married to Sydney Floyd, whom he wed in a black-tie ceremony that emphasized family bonds, including special vows he wrote for her daughter from a previous relationship, . Together, they are parents to three children: , Michael Jr. (born March 24, 2020), and Liv. Floyd, a native of St. Paul, , has described his family as a cornerstone of stability, with no members pursuing professional athletic careers. Following the end of his career in 2019, Floyd and his family settled in the area, where he transitioned into and community involvement. Throughout his career shifts—from team changes to post-playing pursuits—Floyd has credited his family's unwavering support for helping him navigate these transitions, noting their role in fostering a happier home life. In March 2011, while a student-athlete at the , Michael Floyd was arrested for in , after police measured his blood-alcohol content at 0.19, nearly twice the legal limit. He pleaded guilty to the charge and was sentenced in June 2011 to one year of , along with a suspended one-year jail term, 60 days of home detention, a $1 fine, court costs, and alcohol counseling. The incident led to his indefinite suspension from the Notre Dame football team, ultimately resulting in him missing the entire 2011 season. On December 12, 2016, while still with the , Floyd was arrested for extreme DUI in , where his blood-alcohol content registered at 0.217—more than twice the legal limit—and he faced additional charges of obstructing a roadway and failing to obey a . The arrest prompted the Cardinals to release him three days later, after which he was claimed off waivers by the , who released him four days after that; the subsequently suspended him for the first four games of the 2017 season for violating the league's policy. On February 17, 2017, he was sentenced to 120 days in jail (serving 24 days with ), three years of supervised , 30 hours of , and fines totaling $5,115.99. Following the 2016 arrest, Floyd openly acknowledged his battles with alcohol addiction, compounded by depression, anxiety, and the pressures of his career, which had escalated to the point of blackouts and regret over lost memories. He entered programs in 2017 after signing with the Minnesota Vikings, where team staff including director of player development Les Pico and security director Don Patterson provided crucial support through counseling and accountability measures. A pivotal moment came during a friend's wedding in that year, when Floyd resolved to quit drinking entirely, motivated by a desire to be present for his family and avoid further self-destruction. Floyd has since maintained sobriety, reaching over seven years alcohol-free by 2024, and credits the ' supportive environment, his wife's intervention after five years of marriage, and personal growth for his sustained recovery. In a 2024 reflection, he emphasized the choice between alcohol and as transformative, stating, "The first person to ever tell me no... saved my life," while highlighting ongoing mental and physical improvements in his post-NFL life. As of 2025, Floyd remains sober and actively assists others in recovery through community involvement in the , including work that aligns with his emphasis on resilience and patience.

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