Cornell Armstrong
Cornell Orlando Armstrong is an American professional football cornerback. He played college football for the Southern Miss Golden Eagles.
Early life
Armstrong attended Bassfield High School in Bassfield, Mississippi.College career
Armstrong played college football at Southern Miss.Professional career
Miami Dolphins (first stint)
Armstrong was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL draft. He was released during final roster cuts on August 31, 2019.Houston Texans
On September 1, 2019, Armstrong signed a two-year contract with the Houston Texans. On September 10, he was waived and re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on October 26.Armstrong signed a contract extension with the Texans on March 1, 2021. He was waived/injured on August 30 and placed on injured reserve. Armstrong was released on September 7.
Atlanta Falcons
On December 7, 2021, Armstrong was signed to the Atlanta Falcons' practice squad.He signed a reserve/future contract with the Falcons on January 10, 2022. He was placed on injured reserve on August 16. On August 24, Armstrong was released by the Falcons and re-signed to the practice squad on October 3. He was promoted to the active roster on October 29.
On March 20, 2023, Armstrong re-signed with the Falcons on a one-year deal. He was placed on injured reserve on August 29 and released on September 8.
Las Vegas Raiders
On October 10, 2023, Armstrong was signed to the Las Vegas Raiders' practice squad.He signed a reserve/future contract on January 8, 2024. On August 27, Armstrong was waived by the Raiders as part of final roster cuts.