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Ervin Randle
No. 54, 55
Position: Linebacker
Personal information
Born: (1962-10-12) October 12, 1962 (age 62)
Hearne, Texas, U.S.
Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight: 250 lb (113 kg)
Career information
High school: Hearne (Hearne, Texas)
College: Baylor
NFL Draft: 1985 / Round: 3 / Pick: 64
Career history
Career highlights and awards
  • First-team All-SWC (1984)
  • Second-team All-SWC (1983)
Career NFL statistics
Sacks: 8.0
Interceptions: 1
Fumble recoveries: 3
Player stats at PFR

Ervin L. Randle was born on October 12, 1962. He is a former American football player. Ervin played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was known for his strong and intense playing style.

He played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs. Ervin is also the older brother of John Randle, who is a famous Hall of Fame player.

Ervin Randle's Football Journey

Ervin Randle started his football journey in college. He played college football at Baylor University. His skills on the field caught the attention of professional teams.

Joining the NFL

In 1985, Ervin was chosen by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This happened during the third round of the 1985 NFL draft. The NFL draft is where professional teams pick new players.

Playing in the NFL

Ervin played a total of 105 games during his eight years in the NFL. He was a strong defensive player. He made eight sacks and one interception. He also recovered the ball from fumbles three times.

He spent six seasons playing for the Buccaneers. After that, he moved to the Kansas City Chiefs for his last two years.

A Memorable Play

Ervin was famous for playing with great energy. In 1987, he even won a special award. He received the NFL "Hit Of The Year" Award. This shows how powerful and impactful his plays were.

Life After Football

After his time in the NFL, Ervin Randle started a new career. He worked as a car salesman for a while.

Current Business

Today, Ervin owns his own business. He is the owner of Classic Chevrolet. This car dealership is located in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Family Life

Ervin has a family. Sadly, his eldest son, Cameron, passed away on November 23, 2017.

External Links

  • Career statistics and player information from Pro Football Reference
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