How Corey Ballentine built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Corey Ballentine is a Jamaican-American professional football cornerback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Washburn before being drafted by the New York Giants in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL draft. Ballentine has since played for several NFL teams, including the New York Jets, Detroit Lions, Atlanta Falcons, and Arizona Cardinals.
In 2019, Corey Ballentine participated in the Senior Bowl and the NFL Scouting Combine, drawing attention for his speed.
In 2019, Corey Ballentine was drafted by the New York Giants in the sixth round of the NFL draft.
On November 10, 2020, Corey Ballentine was waived by the New York Giants.
On November 11, 2020, Corey Ballentine was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets.
On August 23, 2021, Corey Ballentine was waived/injured by the New York Jets and placed on injured reserve.
On September 16, 2021, Corey Ballentine was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions.
On November 18, 2021, Corey Ballentine was activated by the Detroit Lions before being waived the next day.
On January 12, 2022, Corey Ballentine signed a reserve/future contract with the Atlanta Falcons.
On September 7, 2022, Corey Ballentine signed to the Arizona Cardinals practice squad.
On September 28, 2022, Corey Ballentine signed to the Green Bay Packers practice squad.
On March 20, 2023, Corey Ballentine re-signed with the Green Bay Packers.
On August 29, 2023, Corey Ballentine was released by the Green Bay Packers.
On March 12, 2024, Corey Ballentine re-signed with the Green Bay Packers.