Jeris Pendleton (born November 7, 1983) is an American former professional football defensive tackle.
Pendleton was set to receive a scholarship to play football at Michigan State University but was unable to attend due to family obligations.
He spent the next six years working different jobs before returning to football as a walk-on at Joliet Junior College in 2008.
Pendleton became the first Ashland player to make an NFL team since kicker Tim Seder, who was also a member of the Jaguars in 2002.
On December 26, he was promoted to the active roster and saw playing time during the Colts' regular season finale against the Jacksonville Jaguars.