Gerard Lawson (born January 12, 1985) is a former American football cornerback/kickoff returner He was signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent in 2008.

Lawson was signed to a one-year contract by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent following the 2008 NFL draft on April 28, 2008.

He played in 20 games for the Browns from 2008–2009, making five special teams tackles[1] and four kickoff returns for 115 yards.

Lawson played with the Hartford Colonials of the United Football League in 2010 following his release from the Browns.

[2] Lawson was signed to a three-year contract by the Philadelphia Eagles on December 24, 2010, to replace Jorrick Calvin, who was placed on injured reserve.