National Football League quarterback Dan Orlovsky plays for the Houston Texans. Orlovsky, who is primarily a back-up, recorded his first career start with the Detroit Lions on October 12, 2008.

Orlovsky, who became a free agent after the 2008 season, signed with the Houston Texans on March 1, 2009. The deal is said to be worth $9.15 million over three seasons. Orlovsky will back up starting quarterback Sage Rosenfels.Houston Chronicle: Texans Sign ex-Lion Orlovsky as Backup Quarterback

Orlovsky had a standout career with the UConn Huskies football team, setting school records for attempts, completions, passing yards, total yards and total plays. He was selected as the Connecticut Player of the Year in 2003 and 2004, as well as the MVP of the Motor City Bowl in 2004. Following graduation, Orlovsky was selected 145th overall in the 2005 NFL draft by the Detroit Lions. He made his NFL debut that same year, playing in the final minutes of a September 18, 2005, game against the Chicago Bears.Official Site of the Detroit Lions: Dan Orlovsky

After making his first professional start on October 12, 2008, he was benched after the Lions acquired quarterback Daunte Culpepper. Orlovsky did hover see action as the Lions' starter for the December 12, 2008, game after Culpepper injured his shoulder.National Post: Orlovsky to start at QB for Lions

Orlovsky started the Dan Orlovsky Foundation "to enrich the lives of Connecticut’s youth by providing leadership, guidance and an opportunity to reach their goal line." He is also active in the community in Detroit.Official Site: Dan Orlovsky Foundation

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  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 230
  • Rookie Year: 2005

• August 18, 1983: Born

• 2005: Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round (145th overall) of the NFL Draft

• 2005: NFL debut with the Detroit Lions

• 2009: Signs with the Houston Texans

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