Richard Newbill facts for kids

Richard Arthur Newbill (born February 8, 1968) is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker, which is a defensive position. Richard played for three seasons in the National Football League (NFL). His teams included the Minnesota Vikings and the Seattle Seahawks. The Houston Oilers first chose him in the fifth round of the 1990 NFL draft. He also played college football at Bakersfield College and the University of Miami.

Richard Newbill's Early Life and College Football

Richard Arthur Newbill was born on February 8, 1968. His hometown is Camden, New Jersey. He went to Clearview Regional High School in Mullica Hill, New Jersey.

Richard started his college football career at Bakersfield College. He played there from 1986 to 1987. After that, he joined the Miami Hurricanes. This team is part of the University of Miami. He played for them in 1988 and 1989. He was a two-year letterman for the Hurricanes. This means he played well enough to earn a special award. In 1989, his team won a national championship.

Richard Newbill's Professional Football Career

Richard Newbill began his professional journey in 1990. The Houston Oilers picked him in the NFL draft. He was the 126th player chosen overall. He officially joined the team in July 1990. However, he was released by the Oilers in September of that year.

Playing for the Minnesota Vikings

In November 1990, Richard joined the Minnesota Vikings. He was first on their practice squad. This is a group of players who train with the team. Later that month, he moved to the active roster. He played in two games for the Vikings during the 1990 season. He was released in December but quickly rejoined their practice squad.

Time with the Seattle Seahawks

Richard then moved to the Seattle Seahawks in December 1990. He played in one game for them that year. Over the next few years, he had several changes with the Seahawks. He was released and re-signed multiple times. In 1991, he played in one game for Seattle. He became a free agent after that season. He re-signed with the Seahawks again. In 1992, he played in seven games for the team.

Playing in the World League of American Football

In 1995, Richard Newbill was chosen by the London Monarchs. This team was part of the World League of American Football (WLAF). He played well for the Monarchs. During the 1995 season, he made three sacks and one interception. Sacks are when a defensive player tackles the quarterback. An interception is when a defensive player catches a pass meant for an offensive player.

After his time with the Monarchs, he signed with the St. Louis Rams in July 1995. However, he was released by the Rams in August 1995. He returned to the London Monarchs. In 1996, he had 72 tackles, one sack, and three pass breakups. A tackle is when a player stops an opponent. A pass breakup is when a player stops a pass from being caught. In 1997, he continued to play strongly. He recorded 71 tackles, six sacks, and six pass breakups. He also forced one fumble. A fumble is when a player drops the ball. For his excellent play, he earned All-WLAF honors in 1997. In 1998, the team was renamed the England Monarchs. Richard made 40 defensive tackles and two special teams tackles that year.