Alan Bonner


Michael Alan Bonner is an American former football wide receiver. He was selected by the Houston Texans in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL draft. He played college football at Jacksonville State University.

Early life

Bonner was the team captain of the Newnan High School football team, playing under coach Robert Herring. An All-District, All-Region and All-State performer, he ended his high school career with 93 catches for 1,932 career yards.

College career

Alan attended Jacksonville State University, joining the Gamecocks as a freshman in 2009. In 2010 Bonner served as the Gamecocks' main returner as well as a backup receiver, making 17 catches and 5 touchdowns. In 2011 Bonner's focus shifted to receiving, with 33 catches and 3 touchdowns; he started 10 out of 11 games in this year.

Professional career

He was selected by the Houston Texans in the sixth round, 195th overall in the 2013 NFL draft. Bonner spent the entire 2013 and 2014 seasons on injured reserve.