Brian Bosworth

Football linebacker and actor in Stone Cold

Brian Bosworth - Football linebacker and actor in Stone Cold
Born

March 9th, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at the University of Oklahoma, where earned two Butkus Awards as the nation's top linebacker. Entered the NFL as a first-round draft pick of the Seattle Seahawks in 1987. Limited by injuries during his professional career, played three seasons with the Seahawks. Transitioned to acting with notable roles in films such as Stone Cold and The Longest Yard. Retired from football after the 1989 season and pursued a career in television and film.

Two-time Butkus Award winner

Starred in the film Stone Cold

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