Rhema Lee McKnight (born March 6, 1984 in Inglewood, California) was a wide receiver for the University of Notre Dame's American Football team and signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent on April 29, 2007. He was subsequently waived on August 2, 2007 and picked up by the San Diego Chargers off waivers and later released on August 28, 2007 To his credit, he is now obtaining his Master's Degree from Notre Dame.

Player Profile

Fifth-year player who ranks among the most prolific pass-catchers in Notre Dame history. He had over 20 touchdowns his senior year. Play on the side with Jeff Samardzija and Brady Quinn. Had 1 touchdown at the Sugar Bowl game,but lost 41 to 14

College

Among the top wide receiver recruits according to numerous recruiting resources, McKnight had 103 receptions for 1370 yards over his first four years at Notre Dame. After suffering a devastating knee injury early in 2005, McKnight was granted a fifth-year of eligibility by the NCAA and finished the year with 67 receptions for 907 yards and 15 TDs.

High school

McKnight went to John F. Kennedy High School, in La Palma, California. According to rivals.com McKnight was rated the 5th most talented individual at wide receiver in the country, and rated the 42 overall player nationally. He was one of several Notre Dame Fighting Irish recruits to play in the 2002 U.S. Army All-American Bowl along with Anthony Fasano, Maurice Stovall, Chris Frome, and Marcus Freeman.And Should Have been Drafted because of his Talent alone & not to mention Rhema McKnight was and probably still the best Touch Down Grabbing Receiver in Division 1A in the Country & Best blocking receiver of his time.

External links

• Official player bio
• yahoo.com article
• youtube.com video