Jerry Rice Jr.

Jerry Lee Rice Jr. (born July 27, 1991) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver. He played college football for the UCLA Bruins and the UNLV Rebels. The Washington Redskins signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2014. Rice is the son of Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Jerry Rice.

Early life and education
Rice was born in Atherton, California and graduated from Menlo School. He played college football at the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating with a bachelor's degree in June 2013. He decided to forgo his final year of eligibility with the Bruins to earn his master's degree at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he also played football with the Rebels.

Professional career
After his college career, Rice had a try out for the Baltimore Ravens, but wasn't signed. Rice also tried out for the San Francisco 49ers, his father's former team. On June 26, 2014, he signed a contract with the Washington Redskins. On August 1, he suffered a torn labrum in training camp. Two days later, the Redskins waived him with an injury designation. After clearing waivers, he was placed on the Redskins' injured reserve.

On May 4, 2015, he was waived by the Redskins.

Rice was signed to the practice roster of the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League on October 8, 2015. On June 14, 2016, he was released by the Alouettes.

Personal life
Rice is the second oldest of four children and the son of Jerry Rice and older brother of Brenden Rice. He is also the second cousin of Jordan Matthews, who also became an NFL receiver.