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Kevin Carroll
Position: Defensive lineman
Personal information
Born: (1969-06-17) June 17, 1969 (age 56)
Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight: 270 lb (122 kg)
Career information
College: Knoxville
Career history
  • Cincinnati Rockers (1993)
  • Toronto Argonauts (1994)
  • Las Vegas Sting/Anaheim Piranhas (1994–1997)
  • Grand Rapids Rampage (1999)
  • Los Angeles Avengers (2000–2001)
Career highlights and awards
  • Second-team All-Arena (1996)
Career Arena statistics
Tackles: 97.5
Sacks: 8.5
Pass breakups: 10
Rushes: 61
Rushing TDs: 12
Player stats at ArenaFan.com

Kevin Carroll is a former American football player. He was born on June 17, 1969. Kevin played as a defensive lineman for many years. This position means he helped stop the other team from scoring. He played in the Arena Football League (AFL) for eight seasons. He also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

Kevin Carroll's Football Journey

Kevin Carroll started his football career in college. He played for Knoxville College. After college, he became a professional player. He joined teams in different leagues.

Playing in the Arena Football League

Kevin Carroll spent most of his career in the Arena Football League. This league plays football indoors on a smaller field. He played for several teams there.

Cincinnati Rockers

In 1993, Kevin played for the Cincinnati Rockers. This was his first team in the AFL.

Las Vegas Sting and Anaheim Piranhas

From 1994 to 1997, Kevin played for the Las Vegas Sting. This team later moved and became the Anaheim Piranhas. He was a key player for them. In 1996, he was named to the Second-team All-Arena. This means he was one of the best players in the league that year.

Grand Rapids Rampage

After a short break, Kevin returned to the AFL in 1999. He played for the Grand Rapids Rampage.

Los Angeles Avengers

His last two seasons in the AFL were with the Los Angeles Avengers. He played for them in 2000 and 2001.

Time in the Canadian Football League

In 1994, Kevin Carroll also played in the Canadian Football League. He was a member of the Toronto Argonauts. The CFL has slightly different rules than American football.

Where Kevin is From

Kevin Carroll grew up in Hempstead, Texas. This is where his journey in football began.

External links

  • Kevin Carroll's Stats
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