Ken McAlister facts for kids
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| Position: | Linebacker / Defensive back |
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| Born: | April 15, 1960 Oakland, California, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Weight: | 220 lb (100 kg) |
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| High school: | Oakland (CA) |
| College: | San Francisco |
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Kenneth H. McAlister (born April 15, 1960) is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker and defensive back in the National Football League (NFL). Ken played for three different teams during his five seasons in the NFL. These teams were the Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers, and Kansas City Chiefs.
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Ken McAlister: A Unique Path to the NFL
Ken McAlister is known for his interesting journey into professional football. Unlike most NFL players, he did not play college football. Instead, he was a college basketball star.
Early Life and High School Sports
Ken McAlister grew up in Oakland, California. He went to Oakland High School. During his time there, he was a talented athlete. He played both football and basketball.
College Basketball Career
After high school, Ken went to the University of San Francisco. There, he played college basketball for the San Francisco Dons team. He was a successful basketball player for the university.
Surprising Start in the NFL
Even though Ken focused on basketball in college, he had a chance to play professional football. In 1982, he joined the Seattle Seahawks. It was very unusual for someone to make an NFL team without playing college football first. This shows how talented and determined he was.
NFL Career Highlights
Ken McAlister played as a linebacker and defensive back. These positions are important for stopping the opposing team's offense. He spent two seasons with the Seattle Seahawks (1982-1983). Later in 1983, he also played for the San Francisco 49ers. From 1984 to 1987, Ken played for the Kansas City Chiefs. His career lasted for five seasons in total.
