David Veikune
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Cleveland Browns
Veikune was drafted by the Cleveland BrownsCleveland Browns
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in the second round (52nd overall) of the 2009 NFL Draft
2009 NFL Draft
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. The pick was acquired from the New York Jets
New York Jets
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in an earlier trade that allowed the Jets to draft quarterback
Quarterback
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Mark Sanchez
Mark Sanchez
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.
Veikune appeared in 10 games as a rookie. He was placed on season-ending injured reserve
Injured reserve
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on January 2, 2010.
Veikune was waived by the Browns on September 7, 2010.