Willie Fears facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive end |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | June 4, 1964 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 278 lb (126 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College: | Northwestern State |
| Undrafted: | 1986 |
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| Player stats at PFR | |
| Player stats at ArenaFan.com | |
Willie Bert Fears Jr. was born on June 4, 1964. He is a former American football player who played as a defensive lineman. A defensive lineman is a player on the defense who tries to stop the other team's offense, especially by tackling the quarterback or blocking runs. Willie Fears played in several professional football leagues, including the National Football League (NFL) and the World League of American Football (WLAF).
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Willie Fears' College Football Career
Before turning professional, Willie Fears played college football at Northwestern State University. Playing college sports helps athletes develop their skills and get ready for a professional career.
His Journey in Professional Football Leagues
Willie Fears had a long career playing for many different teams across several football leagues.
Playing in the National Football League (NFL)
The National Football League (NFL) is the biggest professional American football league. Willie Fears played for two NFL teams:
- The Cincinnati Bengals in 1987.
- The Minnesota Vikings in 1990.
Playing in the World League of American Football (WLAF)
The World League of American Football (WLAF) was an international league that aimed to spread American football around the world. Willie Fears played for the San Antonio Riders in the WLAF during the 1992 season.
Playing in the Arena Football League (AFL)
Willie Fears also played in the Arena Football League (AFL). This league plays football indoors on a smaller field. He was part of several AFL teams:
- The Cleveland Thunderbolts from 1992 to 1993.
- The Tampa Bay Storm in 1996.
- The Nashville Kats in 1997.
Playing in the Canadian Football League (CFL)
Willie Fears also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL), which has slightly different rules than American football. He played for:
- The Ottawa Rough Riders in 1986 and again in 1989.
- The Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1988.
- The Toronto Argonauts in 1989.
- The Sacramento Gold Miners in 1994.
- The San Antonio Texans in 1995.
Awards and Achievements
Willie Fears was recognized for his strong performance in the Arena Football League. In 1993, he was named First-team All-Arena. This means he was considered one of the best players in the entire league for that year.
