Kenard Lang facts for kids
Kenard Dushun Lang (born January 31, 1975) is an American former professional football player. He was a talented defensive end who played in the National Football League (NFL). Kenard played for several teams, including the Washington Redskins, Cleveland Browns, and Denver Broncos. After his playing career, he became a football coach.
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| Position: | Defensive line coach | ||||||
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| Born: | January 31, 1975 Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 264 lb (120 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Maynard Evans (Orlando, Florida) |
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| College: | Miami (FL) | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1997 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17 | ||||||
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Kenard Lang's Early Life
Kenard Lang grew up in Orlando, Florida. He went to Maynard Evans High School. While there, he was a top athlete. He earned "letterman" honors in three sports: football, basketball, and baseball. This means he was a key player on all those teams.
College Football Career
After high school, Kenard played college football at the University of Miami. He was part of the amazing 1994 Hurricanes team. This team had a fantastic season, winning 10 games and losing only one. They even played in the famous Orange Bowl game.
Professional Football Career
Kenard Lang was a highly sought-after player. In 1997, he was chosen in the first round of the NFL Draft. The Washington Redskins picked him as the 17th overall player. He played for the Redskins until the 2001 season.
After his time with the Redskins, Kenard signed with the Cleveland Browns. He played for the Browns for several seasons. In 2006, he joined the Denver Broncos. Kenard played in the NFL for many years, showing his skill as a defensive end.
Coaching Career
After his playing days, Kenard Lang decided to become a football coach. He started coaching at Jones High School in Orlando, Florida, in 2008. He helped turn the team around, making them a playoff team in his first year.
Later, Kenard became the head football coach at Wekiva High School in Apopka, Florida, from 2013 to 2015. His most recent high school coaching job was at his old school, Evans High School in Orlando. He coached there until 2023.
In 2023, Kenard took on a new challenge. He became an assistant coach at North Carolina A&T State University. He now coaches the defensive line for their college football team.
Kenard Lang Foundation
Beyond coaching, Kenard Lang also started a special organization. It's called the Kenard Lang Foundation. This foundation works to help people in different ways. It focuses on important causes like cancer awareness, supporting young people, and promoting education.
