Quentin Poling


Quentin Poling is an American football linebacker who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Ohio.

Early years

Poling attended Elida High School in Elida, Ohio.

College career

Poling played college football at Ohio University. He was a team captain and a first-team All-MAC selection. In his Senior year, Poling became Ohio University's all-time leader in both Solo Tackles and Tackles for Loss.

Professional career

Poling was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round, 227th overall, of the 2018 NFL Draft. He was waived on September 1, 2018 and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Dolphins on January 1, 2019. He was waived/injured by the during final roster cuts on August 31, 2019, and reverted to the team's injured reserve list after clearing waivers on September 1. He was waived from injured reserve with an injury settlement on September 4.

Oakland Raiders

On September 25, 2019, Poling was signed to the Oakland Raiders practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 7, 2019, but was waived two days later and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released on December 4, 2019.

Atlanta Falcons

On December 10, 2019, Poling was signed to the Atlanta Falcons practice squad. His practice squad contract with the team expired on January 6, 2020.

Las Vegas Raiders

On February 6, 2020, Poling was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders. He was waived on May 5, 2020.