title: Jonathon Amaya
text: # Jonathon Amaya
  
  Jonathon Daniel Amaya (born November 25, 1988) is a former American football safety. He was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2010 and also played for the New Orleans Saints. He played college football at Nevada.
  
  ## Professional career
  
  ### Miami Dolphins
  
  He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Dolphins on April 30, 2010, but was cut during training camp and added to the practice squad. On October 30, he was signed to the active roster. He made 10 appearances, recording 15 tackles on special teams.
  
  ### New Orleans Saints
  
  On July 28, 2011, he was traded to the New Orleans Saints in the Reggie Bush trade. He appeared in all 16 games for the Saints, recording 14 tackles and a forced fumble.
  
  ### Second stint with the Miami Dolphins
  
  On September 25, 2012, Amaya returned to the Miami Dolphins.
  
  ### Arizona Cardinals
  
  On March 27, 2013, Amaya signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals. He was released on August 30, 2013
  
  ### Kansas City Chiefs
  
  Amaya was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs on August 11, 2014. He was released on August 30, 2014.
  
  ## Personal life
  
  In November 2012, Amaya was arrested in Miami Beach for allegedly assaulting a cab driver following an argument. On January 11, 2013, Miami-Dade prosecutors notified the court that they would not proceed with the case. The charge of battery was dropped, clearing Amaya's name. Amaya had maintained his innocence the entire time.
  
  