Cole Turner (American football)

Turner was born on March 16, 2000, in Clackamas, Oregon. He attended Clackamas High School, where he was a two-sport athlete in football and basketball. He helped lead his football team to three consecutive conference titles and a state championship in 2017. He led the state of Oregon in receiving as a senior in 2017 with 76 receptions for 1,325 yards and 20 touchdowns, earning him all-state honors. ==College career==

Turner enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno in 2018 and appeared in 12 games as a freshman for the Nevada Wolf Pack football team as a wide receiver. ==Professional career==

Washington Commanders Turner was drafted by the Washington Commanders in the fifth round (149th overall) of the 2022 NFL draft and signed his four-year rookie contract on May 6, 2022. On August 27, 2024, Turner was waived by the Commanders as part of final roster cuts and joined their practice squad the following day. On January 28, 2025, Turner signed a reserve/future contract with the Commanders. On August 26, 2025, Turner was waived by the Commanders as part of final roster cuts. Tennessee Titans On December 9, 2025, Turner signed with the Tennessee Titans' practice squad. Miami Dolphins On January 9, 2026, Turner signed a reserve/futures contract with the Miami Dolphins. ==Personal life==

Turner's given name is Nicolas but has preferred going by Cole since childhood. His father Kelly Turner played tight end for Purdue from 1987 to 1990. ==References==