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  Jonathan Vilma Accepts Play It Smart Leadership Role :: New York Jets Pro Bowl LB Joins Ronnie Lott on National ...
While at the University of Miami, Vilma established himself as one of the nation's top student-athletes by becoming a three-time Academic All-Big East Conference and two-time Butkus Award nominee (semifinalist in 2002 and finalist in 2003).
On the field, Vilma was the unquestionable leader of the Hurricanes' defense.
Last year, Vilma led the NFL in tackles with 173, and he was named to the 2006 Pro Bowl as a member of the AFC squad.
www.theacc.com /sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/070606aab.html   (807 words)

  
 Interview with NFL star Jonathan Vilma signs with WaterBank of America (USA) Inc. as Spokesperson for ICEROCKS®, ...
Jonathan Vilma, 24, is considered one of the hottest young stars in the National Football League.
Jonathan was named as a Board Member of the National Football Foundation's Play It Smart Program, launched in 1998 as an educational program designed to use football as a vehicle to foster the academic, personal and career development of at-risk student athletes.
At University, Jonathan was a three-time Academic All-Big East Conference and two-time Butkus Award nominee at the University of Miami.
www.water-stocks.com /Audio/wbka/013007   (455 words)

  
  Jonathan Vilma at AllExperts
Jonathan Vilma (born April 16, 1982 in Coral Gables, Florida) is an American football player who currently plays middle linebacker for the New York Jets of the NFL.
Vilma was drafted by the Jets out of the University of Miami with a first-round selection in the 2004 NFL draft.
In 2005, Vilma led the NFL in tackles with 124, forced four fumbles, notched one fumble recovery, half a sack, and one interception.
en.allexperts.com /e/j/jo/jonathan_vilma.htm   (216 words)

  
  New York Daily News - Jets - Hey Vilma! You're starting   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Jonathan Vilma will make his first NFL start Sunday in Miami, which is entirely fitting.
Vilma, who graduated from Miami with a degree in finance, will have to be a quick study against the Dolphins, who could try to trick him with new formations.
Vilma seems unfazed by his new role, saying, "It's my time." He played in huge games in college, so he shouldn't be awed by the atmosphere.
www.nydailynews.com /sports/football/jets/story/237514p-203885c.html   (592 words)

  
 Jonathan Vilma - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
InsertformulahereJonathan Vilma (born April 16, [[1982]InsertformulahereBold text] in Coral Gables, Florida) is an American football player who currently plays linebacker for the New York Jets of the NFL.
In 2004, Vilma was named The [[NFL Rookie of the Year.
Niggar Shit Vilma was drafted by the Jets out of the University of Miami with a first-round selection in the 2004 NFL draft.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Jonathan_Vilma   (97 words)

  
 SignOnSanDiego.com > Sports -- Vilma ready for even bigger things after huge rookie season
Vilma had the second-most tackles on the team with 118, along with two sacks and three interceptions, including one for a touchdown.
Vilma developed his aggressive offseason routine while playing at Miami, where he led the Hurricanes in tackles three straight years and was a two-time Butkus Award nominee as the best college linebacker in the country.
Vilma believes the addition of cornerback Ty Law will be beneficial for him; it will cut down some of the ground he needs to cover.
www.signonsandiego.com /sports/nfl/20050810-1347-fbn-jets-vilma.html   (841 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Vilma wins top defensive rookie honors   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
NEW YORK — Jonathan Vilma brought exactly what the New York Jets needed on defense with a performance so brilliant he won The Associated Press 2004 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award.
Vilma, the 12th pick in last year's draft, did it with the speed and exuberance that convinced New York to make him the first linebacker chosen.
Vilma took over in the middle, an even bigger challenge because he was required to call signals.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/jets/2005-01-07-vilma-top-defensive-rookie_x.htm   (738 words)

  
 Packers Premium - Miami linebackers are at the head of the class
Jonathan Vilma and D.J. Williams were the best linebacker tandem in college football last season, and it appears most NFL executives expect that success to carry over into their professional careers.
Vilma said part of the reason why so many players have come out of Miami and had success in the NFL is because the ones in the league make the time to come back and work with the ones who are still there.
Vilma almost certainly won’t slip past the Vikings, and if Williams is still on the board when the Packers pick at No. 25, it will be a bit of a surprise.
www.packersnews.com /print/draft_15731822.shtml   (708 words)

  
 ESPN.com: NCF - Green's a hero both on and off the field
Vilma's rap ranges from staying off of drugs to tips on how to excel at the college level.
Vilma admits he doesn't know if he's had an impact on anyone, but he likes to think so.
Vilma said he especially likes to get in front of elementary-age children; because they are often the most receptive.
espn.go.com /ncf/columns/bigeast/mac/1127/1467885.html   (1176 words)

  
 SportingNews.com
Jets middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma is expected to be a force in this league, possibly Ray Lewis-like in style and impact.
But as Vilma, the NFL defensive rookie of the year, enters his second season, there is something that could derail his development.
Vilma got three interceptions (one of which he returned for a touchdown) and two sacks, and he finished second on the team in tackles with 118.
www.sportingnews.com /experts/kara-yorio/20050708.html   (690 words)

  
 Miami-Hurricanes.com ::. Unofficial Fan Site News - Vilma: A leader through action, not words
In the case of middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma, however, intelligence is the one thing that everyone wants to talk about.
Vilma, the 2002 Hurricane Scholar-Athlete of the Year, two-time member of the Big East All-Academic Team and Verizon Academic All-American, is not the typical football player.
Vilma's performance on the field is comparable to his performance in the classroom.
www.miami-hurricanes.com /news.asp?newsID=120   (529 words)

  
 This Jet Has Rocketed to Prominence (washingtonpost.com)
New York Jets middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma was named the Associated Press defensive rookie of the year yesterday, a day before he will showcase his considerable skills to a national television audience in a first-round playoff game against the Chargers in San Diego.
Vilma, 22, grew accustomed to winning as a three-year starter at the University of Miami, not far from where he grew up in Coral Gables, the son of Haitian immigrants who came to the United States as teenagers.
Vilma finished the season as the Jets' second-leading tackler with 116, and had three games with double figures in tackles, including a season-high 14 in a November loss to Buffalo.
www.washingtonpost.com /wp-dyn/articles/A57625-2005Jan7.html   (1390 words)

  
 Vilma top rookie
Vilma capped the regular season with a bang, returning an interception for a touchdown in a 32-29 overtime loss to the Rams.
Vilma, who earned 21 votes from a national panel of 48 writers and broadcasters who cover pro football, came into training camp ready to win a starting job as part of a revamped Jets linebacking corps.
Vilma had one of his best games against Arizona in November, making 10 tackles, with an interception and fumble recovery to stop two fourth-quarter drives.
www.recordonline.com /archive/2005/01/08/nfla08.htm   (803 words)

  
 'Miami Twice' a surefire hit
One NFC scout said Vilma is the safer pick because he can contribute immediately, but the scout quickly added Williams might become the better player in the long run.
"Jonathan Vilma is a heck of a football player," Charley Casserly, general manager for the Houston Texans, said at the NFL scouting combine, "but I don't want to take anything away from the Williams kid.
Vilma has more than football smarts, as he also carries a 3.5 grade-point average, majoring in finance.
seattlepi.nwsource.com /football/169495_draft17.html   (932 words)

  
 The Hudson Reporter - Did this body goodJets linebacker Jonathan Vilma tells UC kids about nutrition, academics
Vilma came to the school to talk about success on the field in the classroom, and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
Jonathan Vilma was born and raised in Coral Gables, Fla., but his passion for football kept him grounded in his schoolwork and his health.
Vilma shared with the kids at Emerson High School some of his dietary regiment, especially the importance of drinking milk, which is decreasing among the adolescent group.
www.hudsonreporter.com /site/news.cfm?newsid=17567987&BRD=1291&PAG=461&dept_id=523590&rfi=6   (898 words)

  
 The War Room: Jonathan Vilma, ILB, Miami
Strengths: Cerebral middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma is the field general of the Miami defense.
Vilma is only an average athlete by NFL standards, although he runs fairly well for an inside linebacker.
While Vilma may not be the next Sam Mills, he should not be downgraded too severely due to his lack of size.
www.houstonprofootball.com /draft/2004/prospects/vilmaj.html   (291 words)

  
 Vilma Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year - Elites TV - Your Elite News Source
Vilma started the season as the backup to veteran Sam Cowart but Cowart was felled by a knee injury in the season's second week.
Vilma's defensive coordinator, Donnie Henderson was proud of his star rookie's achievement.
Vilma finished the season with 116 tackles, two sacks, three interceptions, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
www.elitestv.com /pub/2005/Jan/EEN41dec1c62eae8.html   (309 words)

  
 Daily Record Sports - Vilma searching for higher level of play   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Vilma just wants to be able to play like he did for the Hurricanes, and feel the same sense of confidence that comes from a complete understanding of the game.
Vilma, whom the Jets took in the first round of this year’s draft with the 12th overall pick, knows he’s done well since a knee injury to Sam Cowart thrust him into the starting lineup three weeks ago against the Dolphins.
Vilma said he doesn’t know what will happen and doesn’t care as long as he gets to play, leaving it up to the coaches to decide who should start.
www.dailyrecord.com /sports/pro/sports2-102304jets1.htm   (749 words)

  
 SIKids.com - Jonathan Vilma Takes on The King - Friday December 15, 2006 5:55PM
Jonathan Vilma tries to outmanuever The King as the two lock horns in Pocketbike Racer for the Xbox 360.
In just under three seasons, Jonathan Vilma of the New York Jets has developed into one of the most impressive young linebackers in the NFL.
We caught up with Vilma in New York City recently as he was playing Burger King's Pocketbike Racer game as part of Xbox Live's "Game With Fame" series.
www.sikids.com /2006/sifk/12/15/vilma.interview   (353 words)

  
 Jonathan Vilma - Work To Be Done | NEWS | NFLPLAYERS.COM
Jonathan Vilma's bio in the 2004 New York Jets media guide says the 6-1, 230-pound rookie linebacker was a Finance major at the University of Miami.
Vilma was the chosen one because he had football smarts and outstanding awareness.
Vilma blew up plays, but his play didn't blow up his head.
www.nflplayers.com /news/news_release.aspx?id=2579   (1197 words)

  
 University of Miami Campaign - Priorities - Athletics - Student Profiles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Jonathan Vilma thrives on leadership – in the classroom, on the playing field and in the South Florida community.
Born and raised in Miami, Jonathan attended Coral Gables Senior High School, where he was a three-year letter winner and two-year captain in football, and a two-year letter winner in basketball.
After taking control of the defense, Jonathan has led the team in tackles for the past two seasons – and is currently an All-America candidate and contender for the prestigious Butkus and Nagurski Awards for top linebackers.
www.miami.edu /campaign/students/priorities_sp_vilma.html   (554 words)

  
 Jonathan Vilma - #51 - LB - Miami, FL - Profile   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Jonathan Vilma - #51 - LB - Miami, FL - Profile
In his rookie season Vilma played in 16 games and made 14 starts finishing the season with the second most tackles on the Club with 118, two sacks, three INT (one returned for a TD), four PD, one FF and one FR.
In the postseason, Vilma recorded 30 tackles (16 solo) and a sack in two starts.
www.newyorkjets.com /players/jonathan-vilma   (1674 words)

  
 RotoTimes.com - Jonathan Vilma - Fantasy Football Profile
Jonathan Vilma will start at middle linebacker for the Jets for the next few weeks while Sam Cowart is out.
Jets rookie Jonathan Vilma was unable to beat out veteran linebacker Sam Cowart for a starting job this summer but will still play a lot early in the season, according to the New York Times.
Jonathan Vilma injured his left calf during the Jets morning practice Tuesday and sat out the afternoon session, according to the AP.
www.rototimes.com /nfl/player/5274   (215 words)

  
 Vilma keeps even keel now that he is a starter   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Vilma replaces Sam Cowart, out with a sprained left knee, opening the door for the rookie out of the University of Miami.
Vilma has impressed coaches with his study habits and ability to pick up the defense.
Vilma has had the same attitude since he got to Coral Gables as a freshman: work hard, study and be a good leader.
www.sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/news/archive/2004/09/27/sports1754EDT0379.DTL   (663 words)

  
 RLR Associates Limited
Jonathan Vilma’s bio in the 2004 New York Jets media guide says the 6-1, 230-pound rookie linebacker was a Finance major at the University of Miami.
Vilma was the chosen one because he had football smarts and outstanding awareness.
Vilma blew up plays, but his play didn’t blow up his head.
www.rlrassociates.net /current_news2.htm   (1143 words)

  
 Jonathan Vilma and New York Jets Stats, Statistics, Player News, Fantasy Football News - RotoWire.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Vilma’s gift for playmaking was enough to earn him 13th place among linebackers in 2004, but remember he came off the bench behind Sam Cowart for the first two games.
Vilma was named 2004 NFL Defenive Rookie Of The Year after finishing with 105 tackles, and utilizing his sideline-to-sideline skills to become the Jets’ best overall defensive weapon.
Vilma will start at linebacker in Week 4 against the Miami Dolphins now that starter Sam Cowart will be unable to play for up to four weeks, The Star-Ledger reports.
www.rotowire.com /football/player.htm?ID=3778   (267 words)

  
 Vilma wins defensive rookie award - 01/08/05
A sensational debut season made New York Jets linebacker Jonathan Vilma (51) The Associated Press 2004 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Vilma rushed up to Moss and told him how much he wanted to play for the New York Jets.
He became a starter his sophomore year, though if it was up to his father, Fritz, Vilma never would have set foot on a football field.
www.detnews.com /2005/lions/0501/10/lions-54044.htm   (854 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Miami duo each other's big backer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-30)
Inside linebacker Jonathan Vilma could be the first taken at that position in next weeek's NFL draft.
Vilma and Williams are more steeped in Miami's linebacker tradition than in draft gossip, focused on maintaining that procession and progression.
Vilma, the son of Haitian immigrants in Coral Gables, Fla., didn't play football until high school, with his parents stressing education.
www.usatoday.com /sports/football/nfl/2004-04-15-scouting-linebackers_x.htm   (1468 words)

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