Geoff Hangartner

Professional football center Geoff Hangartner plays in the National Football League for the Buffalo Bills.

Hangartner, who previously played for the Carolina Panthers, signed with the Bills on February 28, 2009. The financial details of the four-year contract were not immediately announced.CBSSports.com: Bills sign Hangartner to start filling holes on O-line

College Football Career

Before playing in the NFL, Hangartner played college football with the Texas A&M Aggies. He started in 36 games, playing at both center and tackle and helped the team average 438.5 yards per game, which was the second-highest in school history. Hangartner earned All-Big 12 honors and was selected to play in the Hula Bowl, college football's equivalent of an all-star game.Official Site Of The Buffalo Bills: Geoff Hangartner

NFL Career

After college, Hangartner was selected 169th overall in the 2005 NFL draft by the Carolina Panthers. He made his professional debut that same year, playing six games with the Panthers. Hangartner saw increased action in 2006, playing in all 16 regular season games, helping the team's offensive line rank 10th in the league. He continued with the Panthers in 2007, starting four games at right tackle and contributing on special teams. Hangartner's performance improved in 2008, filling in for starting left tackle Travelle Wharton and helping the offensive line allow a single sack in the September 14 game against the Chicago Bears.Official Site Of The Buffalo Bills: Geoff Hangartner