Leon White (linebacker)

Leon White (born October 4, 1963) is a former American football linebacker.

Leon White
Born: (1963-10-04) October 4, 1963
San Diego, California
Career information
Position(s)Linebacker
Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
Weight245 lb (111 kg)
CollegeBrigham Young
High schoolHelix (La Mesa, California)
NFL draft1986 / Round: 5 / Pick: 123
Career history
As player
1986–1991Cincinnati Bengals
1992–1993Los Angeles Rams
Awards1984 Holiday Bowl Defensive MVP
HonorsElected to Holiday Bowl Hall of Fame

NFL career

White played eight seasons in the National Football League. Starting OLB for the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl 23.

College career

He played college football for four years at Brigham Young University and was on the unbeaten 1984 National Championship team. 1984 Holiday Bowl Defensive MVP.

High school career

White prepped at Helix High School in La Mesa, California. Helped Helix win two CIF San Diego section football championships. (1978,1980)[1]

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References

  1. "Steven Haynes, founder of Athletes for Education, dies at 56". The San Diego Union-Tribune. Archived from the original on November 18, 2011.


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