About Patrick C. Lee
Early Years
Patrick Christopher Lee (born February 20, 1984) is a former National Football League cornerback. He was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Lee won Super Bowl XLV with the Packers over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college football at Auburn. Lee played high school football at Christopher Columbus High School in Miami, Florida, which boasts distinguished alumni such as Mike Shula and Brian Griese.
According to Scout.com he was the 29th cornerback in the nation. Lee finished his senior season with 70 tackles, seven pass breakups, three interceptions and two fumble recoveries. He returned one of the interceptions 75 yards for a touchdown and one of the fumbles seven yards for another touchdown. He was also a star on special teams, returning 14 kicks for 256 yards and one touchdown (88 yards) and blocking three kicks. Between his junior and senior season he blocked a total of 11 kicks. He got offers from Auburn, the University of Georgia, Michigan State, North Carolina State University and Rutgers. In January 2003 he committed to Auburn.
Professional NFL Career
Green Bay Packers
Lee was drafted by Green Bay Packers with the 29th pick in the second round (60th pick overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft. On July 27, 2008, he signed a contract with the Packers. He was expected to be the third cornerback behind starters Charles Woodson and Al Harris.
After playing slightly in pre season behind Tramon Williams and Will Blackmon who started in place of Al Harris and Charles Woodson during pre season, Lee did not see much playing time in his rookie season. Lee was active in five contests, playing mostly special teams. During these five games, Lee recorded only 2 tackles and was credited with 1 pass defensed. Pat Lee was bothered most of the season by a lingering knee injury and was finally placed on injured reserve on December 5, 2008.
At the end of the 2010 season, Lee and the Packers appeared in Super Bowl XLV against the Pittsburgh Steelers. In the 31–25 win, he recorded one total tackle and handled two kickoff returns.
Oakland Raiders
On March 21, 2012, Lee signed with the Oakland Raiders.
On November 10, 2012, Lee was waived by the Oakland Raiders.
Detroit Lions
On November 12, 2012, Lee was claimed by the Detroit Lions.
