Ricky Jean Francois
Ricky Barkley Jean Francois is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League. He played college football for the LSU Tigers and was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL draft. Jean Francois also played for the Indianapolis Colts, Washington Redskins, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots, and Detroit Lions.
College career
As a member of the national championship–winning 2007 [LSU Tigers football team], he was the defensive MVP of the 2008 [BCS National Championship Game]. Jean Francois was also a member of the LSU track & field team.Professional career
San Francisco 49ers
Jean Francois was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round, 244th overall, in the 2009 NFL draft. He became famous among 49ers fans for his "Peanut Butter Jelly Dance".In 2012, Jean Francois and the 49ers appeared in Super Bowl XLVII. In the game, he had two combined tackles as the 49ers fell to the Baltimore Ravens by a score of 34–31.
Indianapolis Colts
Jean Francois signed with the Colts on March 14, 2013. He was released on February 23, 2015.Washington Redskins
Jean Francois signed a three-year, $9 million contract with the Washington Redskins on February 26, 2015.On March 15, 2017, Jean Francois was released by the Redskins.