Michael Andre Waddell, Jr. (born January 9, 1981) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2004 NFL draft with the 124th overall pick.
Early life Waddell attended Richmond Senior High School in Rockingham, North Carolina. He was a member of two state championship football teams while at Richmond, and holds the NCHSAA record for most punt return touchdowns in a season with 7. He was also honored as a Parade All-American in 1999. Waddell was inducted in the Raider Athletic Hall of Fame in 2025.Pillar, Kyle. (May 12, 2025). Raider Athletics Hall of Fame inducts 2nd class. The Richmond Observer. Retrieved March 8, 2026.
College career He played college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels from 2000 to 2003.
Professional career Tennessee Titans Drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 4th round of the 2004 NFL draft, he was a member of the Titans from 2004 to 2006.
Oakland Raiders Waddell was a member of the Oakland Raiders in 2008.
Florida Tuskers Waddell was signed by the Florida Tuskers of the United Football League on August 25, 2009. He was released by the Tuskers before the season began.
References
External links Tennessee Titans bio (archived from 2007) North Carolina Tar Heels bio