Derek Anderson (footballer)

Derek Anderson (born October 12, 1983) is a former American football quarterback. He played college football at Oregon State University and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft.

Professional Career:

• Baltimore Ravens (2005): Anderson was a backup quarterback and did not see significant playing time.
• Cleveland Browns (2006-2009): Anderson had his most successful stint with the Browns, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2007.
• Arizona Cardinals (2010): Anderson played for the Cardinals after being traded.
• Carolina Panthers (2011-2017): Anderson served primarily as a backup to Cam Newton during his tenure with the Panthers. He made several starts when Newton was injured. He retired after the 2017 season.

College Career:

Anderson played college football at Oregon State University.

Career Highlights and Awards:

• Pro Bowl selection (2007)

Personal Life:

Information about Anderson's personal life is generally available through public sources, but is not detailed here.