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Brian Witherspoon

Witherspoon in 2009
No. 38, 36, 29
Position:	Cornerback / Return specialist
Personal information
Born:	(1985-06-05) June 5, 1985 (age 40) Butler, Alabama, U.S.
Height:	5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight:	175 lb (79 kg)
Career information
High school:	Choctaw County (Butler)
College:	Stillman
Undrafted:	2008
Career history
Jacksonville Jaguars (2008−2009) Detroit Lions (2009) Carolina Panthers (2010)* New York Giants (2010−2012)
Career highlights and awards
Super Bowl champion (XLVI) First-team NCAA Division II All-American (2007)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 15 Fumble recoveries: 1 Return yards: 2,170
Player stats at PFR

Brian Witherspoon, born on June 5, 1985, is an American athlete. He used to play professional football as a cornerback and return specialist in the National Football League (NFL). After his football career, he became a professional track and field runner.

Brian Witherspoon: Football & Track Star

Brian Witherspoon played college football for the Stillman Tigers. He was a talented player who later joined the NFL.

His NFL Football Career

In 2008, Brian Witherspoon was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He joined them as an undrafted free agent. This means he wasn't chosen in the main NFL draft but was still picked up by a team.

During his time with the New York Giants, Brian faced an injury. He later played for other teams too. These included the Detroit Lions and the Carolina Panthers.

Switching to Track and Field

In July 2013, Brian Witherspoon decided to stop playing football. He wanted to focus on being a full-time track and field runner. He quickly showed his speed and skill in this new sport.

He qualified for the US Track & Field Nationals. This is a big competition for top runners in the United States. Brian competed in two sprint events: the 100 meters and the 200 meters.

Personal Best Running Times

Here are Brian Witherspoon's fastest times in his track and field events: