Alek Torgersen


Alek Torgersen is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Penn.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons

Torgersen signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent on May 1, 2017. He was waived by the Falcons on September 2, 2017.

Washington Redskins

On September 4, 2017, Torgersen was signed to the Washington Redskins' practice squad. He was released on October 3, 2017.

Detroit Lions

On December 27, 2017, Torgersen was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Lions on January 1, 2018.
On April 4, 2018, he was waived by the Lions.

Arizona Cardinals

On April 5, 2018, Torgersen was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Cardinals. He was waived on May 7, 2018.

Alliance of American Football

On August 6, 2018, Torgersen signed with the Arizona Hotshots of the AAF for the 2019 season. Torgersen was later drafted by the Birmingham Iron on November 27, 2018 in the 2019 AAF QB Draft. He was waived by the Iron on January 15, 2019, before the start of the regular season.
During the 2019 AAF season, Torgersen was picked up by the San Diego Fleet after starting quarterback Philip Nelson was placed on injured reserve on March 4. The league ceased operations in April 2019.