He played college football at UAB and was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the sixth round of the 2015 NFL draft.

Backman was selected in the sixth round (213rd overall) by the Green Bay Packers in the 2015 NFL draft.

[4] In his rookie season, Backman appeared in seven games, playing predominantly on special teams.

[6] On November 12, 2016, Backman was signed to the practice squad of the New England Patriots.

[9][10] On December 31, 2016, Backman was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad.