Rated a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, he was rated the second best strong side defensive end in the nation.[1] He accepted a scholarship offer from Clemson University over offers from Maryland, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. He was also active in his local Boy Scout troop, achieving the rank of Life Scout.[2]
College career
Following his high school graduation in December 2008, Goodman enrolled in Clemson University in January 2009, and immediately began practice with the Clemson Tigers football team. During his college career, he amassed 150 tackles, 21.5 tackles for a loss, 12 quarterback sacks, 35 quarterback pressures, three pass breakups, eight forced fumbles, and one recovered fumble, in 2,061 snaps over 54 games (28 starts) in his career. He is tied for second in school history in games played and tied for third in forced fumbles. He graduated from Clemson prior to joining the NFL.
Professional career
Goodman with the Falcons in 2013
Atlanta Falcons (first stint)
Goodman was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth round, with the 127th pick overall, of the 2013 NFL draft.[3][4] The Falcons announced he signed his rookie contract on May 17, 2013.[5]
On September 3, 2016, Goodman was waived by the Falcons due to final roster cuts.[6]
Seattle Seahawks
On October 25, 2016, Goodman was signed by the Seahawks.[7] He was released by the Seahawks on November 1, 2016.[8]
Atlanta Falcons (second stint)
On December 6, 2016, Goodman was re-signed by the Falcons.[9] He was released by the team on December 22, 2016.[10]
Jacksonville Jaguars
On March 24, 2017, Goodman signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.[11] He was released by the team on September 2, 2017.[12]
