Early years

Hayes played his high school football at Passaic County Technical Institute. He was high school teammates with former NFL player Marcel Shipp and current NFL player Mike Adams.

College career

Hayes attended the University of Pittsburgh and was an Administration of Justice Major and a letterman in football. In football, he was a three-time All-Big East Conference selection and finished his college football career with 402 total tackles, 1.5 sacks, and two interceptions.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals

On April 18, 2006, he signed a one-year qualifying offer on playing his 4th season with the Cardinals.

He was released by Arizona on July 28, 2011.

San Diego Chargers

The San Diego Chargers signed Hayes on October 11, 2011. He was released on November 6, 2011.

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