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Leon Washington

1982–

United States

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Leon Dewitt Washington Sr. (born August 29, 1982) is an American football coach and former professional player who played in the National Football League (NFL) as a running back and return specialist and made two Pro Bowls and two All-Pro teams during his career. Washington holds many kick return records for both the Jets and Seattle Seahawks. He is the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Central State University, positions he has held since 2025. Washington played college football for the Florida State Seminoles. He was selected by the New York Jets in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL draft. He also played for the Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots, and Tennessee Titans.

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