Leon White (linebacker)
| Born: |
October 4, 1963 San Diego, California |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Linebacker |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Weight | 245 lb (111 kg) |
| College | Brigham Young |
| High school | Helix (La Mesa, California) |
| NFL draft | 1986 / Round: 5 / Pick: 123 |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1986–1991 | Cincinnati Bengals |
| 1992–1993 | Los Angeles Rams |
| Awards | 1984 Holiday Bowl Defensive MVP |
| Honors | Elected to Holiday Bowl Hall of Fame |
Leon White (born October 4, 1963) is a former American football linebacker.
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]
References
- ↑ "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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