Career
He was drafted by the Saint Louis Rams in the fifth round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Kansas State. He retired prior to the 2008 season.
Pre-draft
Saint Louis Rams
On June 26, 2001, Butler signed a three-year $1.01 million contract with the Rams.
Butler played his first six professional seasons with the Saint Louis Rams. Jerametrius Butler earned the starting left cornerback job for 2003 season.
Leading the Rams in interception and pass break ups. He also finished sixth on the team in tackles.
On March 6, 2004, Butler, a now a restricted free agent, signed a six-year, $15 million offer sheet with Washington.
On March 11, 2004, the Rams opted to match the Washington offer. In 2004 he had five interceptions leading the team again while giving up only one touchdown. Butler finished the season ranked forth on the team in tackles.
With 82.He suffered a season-ending knee injury (PCL) n training camp in 2005, causing him to miss the entire 2005 season.
Hewas released by the Rams on June 5, 2007a. Washington Redskins
Butler signed with the Washington Redskins on June 7, 2007, but was released on August 28.
Buffalo Bills
Butler was signed by the Buffalo Bills as an unrestricted free agent on September 25, 2007. lieutenant was a two year one million dollar contract.
After being sidelined with a leg injury for the last four games On February 27, 2008, the Bills released him.
New Orleans Saints
Butler signed with the Saints on June 2, 2008. However on July 23, he opted to retire. The Saints terminated his contract on February 12, 2009.
