Reggie White

Reggie White

Reginald Howard "Reggie" White was an American college and professional football player who was a defensive end in the National Football League for fifteen seasons during the 1980s and 1990s. He played college football for the University of Tennessee, and was recognized as an All-American. After initially playing two professional seasons for the Memphis Showboats of the United States Football League , he was selected in the first round of the 1985 Supplemental Draft, and then played for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers and Carolina Panthers, becoming one of the most...
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quick facts
Birthdate:December 19, 1961
Birthplace:Chattanooga, Tennessee
Date of death:December 26, 2004
Height:6' 5"
Weight:299.8 lbs.
All Positions Played:Defensive end, Defensive tackle
Education:University of Tennessee
Also known as:Reginald Howard White, The Minister of Defense

Honors and awards for Reggie White

YearAward
1986 NFL Pro Bowl Most Valuable Player Award
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Former football teams for Reggie White

Carolina Panthers
Carolina Panthers
Defensive end
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers
Defensive end
Tenure:1993 - 1998 (4 years)
Philadelphia Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles
Defensive end
Tenure:1985 - 1992 (7 years)

Education

University of Tennessee
University of Tennessee
Location:Knoxville
Founded:1794
Colors:Orange, White
Mascot:Smokey IX

The University of Tennessee is a public land-grant university headquartered at Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1794, it is the flagship institution of the statewide University of Tennessee system with nine undergraduate colleges and eleven graduate colleges and hosts almost 28,000...
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NFL players from University of Tennessee
NamePositionMost recent team
Scott Wells Center St. Louis Rams
Kevin Burnett Linebacker Miami Dolphins
Dustin Colquitt Punter Kansas City Chiefs
Jason Witten Tight end Dallas Cowboys
Donté Stallworth Wide receiver New England Patriots
Jabari Greer Cornerback New Orleans Saints
Parys Haralson Linebacker San Francisco 49ers
Jason Allen Safety Cincinnati Bengals
Peyton Manning Quarterback Denver Broncos
Jonathan Wade Cornerback Miami Dolphins
Marvin Mitchell Linebacker Minnesota Vikings
Robert Meachem Wide receiver San Diego Chargers
Tony McDaniel Defensive tackle Miami Dolphins
Arian Foster Running back Houston Texans
Jonathan Crompton Quarterback Washington Redskins
Robert Ayers Defensive end Denver Broncos
Montario Hardesty Running back Cleveland Browns
Jacques McClendon Guard Detroit Lions
Denarius Moore Wide receiver Oakland Raiders
Bryce Brown Running back Philadelphia Eagles
Jerod Mayo Linebacker New England Patriots
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Hometown of Reggie White

Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Population:152,860

Chattanooga is the fourth-largest city in the US state of Tennessee, with a population of 167,674 as of the 2010 census. It is the seat of Hamilton County. Located in southeastern Tennessee on Chickamauga Lake and Nickajack Lake, which are both part of the Tennessee River, Chattanooga lies...
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Places Reggie White has lived

Map showing Places Lived by Reggie White
MarkerLocationPopulation
A Chattanooga 167,674
B Knoxville 178,874
C Tennessee 6,403,353
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Personal relationships of Reggie White

Sara White
Sara White
Relationship type:Marriage

Widow of the late pro football player Reggie White. Reggie and her have a son, Jeremy.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    What was Reggie White's occupation?
  • A:
    Reggie White was an accomplished american football player.
  • Q:
    Where was Reggie White born?
  • A:
    Reggie White was born in Chattanooga.
  • Q:
    What was Reggie White's ethnicity?
  • A:
    His ethnic group was African American.
  • Q:
    Which awards recognized Reggie White for his outstanding play on the football field?
  • A:
    Reggie White won the NFL Pro Bowl Most Valuable Player Award in the 1986 NFL season.
  • Q:
    Which school did Reggie White attend?
  • A:
    Reggie White went to University of Tennessee.
  • Q:
    What was the cause of Reggie White's death?
  • A:
    His death was caused by cardiovascular disease.

Awards & Accolades

  • NL Pro Bowl MVP
    1987
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
    2006

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