Anthony Simmons

About

Former NFL linebacker and athlete that played for the Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints during his seven-year career. In the year 1998, he was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team. While playing for the Seahawks, he led his team in tackles three different seasons.

Before Fame

He was a Consensus All-American while at Clemson University. While there, he was also a three-time member of the first team All-ACC.

Trivia

He played in exactly 87 games during his NFL career. During that time span, he recorded 450 career solo tackles. He stands an even 6'0" tall and weighs over 240 pounds. Simmons ran a 4.28 and a 4.34 forty-yard dash for scout Larry Greenlee.

Family Life

He is a native of Spartanburg, South Carolina. 

Associated With

He was selected during the 1998 NFL draft just like Peyton Manning and Randy Moss.