Sammie Burroughs facts for kids
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Position: | Linebacker | ||||||
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Born: | Pomona, California, U.S. |
June 21, 1973 ||||||
Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||||
Weight: | 227 lb (103 kg) | ||||||
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High school: | Pomona (CA) | ||||||
College: | Portland State | ||||||
Undrafted: | 1996 | ||||||
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Sammie Lee Burroughs, born on June 21, 1973, is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). A linebacker is a player on the defense who helps stop the other team from scoring. They are often seen as leaders on the field.
Sammie Burroughs' Football Career
Starting Out: College Football
Sammie Burroughs began his college football journey at Mt. San Antonio College. This is a junior college where many athletes start their careers. Later, he moved to Portland State University. There, he played for the Portland State Vikings football team. Playing in college helped him get ready for professional football.
Playing in the NFL
After college, Sammie Burroughs joined the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Indianapolis Colts for two seasons. He was with the Colts from 1996 to 1998. After his time with the Colts, he also played for the Miami Dolphins in 1999. His career in the NFL showed his dedication to the sport.