Anthony Shelton facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive back | ||||
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| Born: | September 4, 1967 Fayetteville, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 195 lb (88 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Fayetteville (TN) Lincoln County | ||||
| College: | Tennessee State | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 1990 / Round: 11 / Pick: 289 | ||||
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Anthony Levala Shelton, born on September 4, 1967, is a former American football player. He played as a defensive back. This means he was a player who helped defend against the other team's passes and runs. Anthony Shelton played for teams in both the National Football League (NFL) and the Canadian Football League (CFL).
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Anthony Shelton's Football Journey
Growing Up and College Football
Anthony Shelton grew up in Fayetteville, Tennessee. He went to Lincoln County High School there. After high school, he played college football. He played for Tennessee State University. This is where he showed his skills as a defensive back.
Playing in the NFL
In 1990, Anthony Shelton was chosen in the NFL Draft. The San Francisco 49ers picked him in the eleventh round. This is a big step for college players. He then played two seasons for the San Diego Chargers. He was a defensive back for them. During the 1991 season, he had a shoulder injury. This meant he had to stop playing for a while.
Playing in Canada
After his time in the NFL, Anthony Shelton played in Canada. He joined the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played for the Shreveport Pirates. He also played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played for the Shreveport Pirates again later.
