Karl Paymah
Karl Paymah is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League. He was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 2005 NFL draft. He played college football for the Washington State Cougars.
Paymah was also a member of the Minnesota Vikings, San Francisco 49ers, Houston Texans, and Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Early life
While attending Culver City High School in Culver City, California, Paymah was a two-sport standout in both football and track. In football, he won two varsity letters as both a wide receiver and a defensive back, and won first-team All-Ocean League honors as a defensive back.
College career
Karl Paymah attended Washington State University and was a letterman in football. In football, he ended his career there with three interceptions, 129 tackles, and 21 pass deflections.
Professional career
Paymah was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 2005 NFL draft. In four years with the team he played in 60 games, recording 101 tackles and three interceptions.
Paymah signed with the Minnesota Vikings on March 14, 2009; the deal was reportedly worth $1.55 million for one year.
On March 17, 2010, Paymah signed a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers. On September 3, he was cut by the 49ers.
Paymah signed with the Houston Texans on September 28, 2010.