American gridiron football player (1957–1997)
American football player
Michael Edward Calhoun (May 6, 1957 – August 23, 1997) was an American football defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Bears , San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers . He also was a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football at the University of Notre Dame .
Early life
Calhoun attended Fitch High School . He accepted a football scholarship from the University of Notre Dame . He was a three-year starter at defensive tackle .
As a junior, he had 2 key fumble recoveries against Clemson University , to allow quarterback Joe Montana to complete a 21–17 come-from-behind victory.[ 1] 1977 national championship team. His weight dropped from 260 to 206 pounds between his junior and senior years.
As a senior, he was third on the team with 99 tackles (8 for loss). He made 17 tackles in the season opener against the University of Missouri . He had notable performances in his two Cotton Bowl appearances against the University of Texas and the University of Houston .
Professional career
Calhoun was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 10th round (274th overall) of the 1979 NFL draft . He was tried at defensive end . He struggled with his lack of size and was waived on August 27.[ 2]
On December 20, 1979 , he was signed as a free agent by the Chicago Bears .[ 3] [ 4]
On September 15, 1980 , he was signed as a free agent by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers .[ 5] [ 6]
On October 15, 1980 , he was signed as a free agent by the San Francisco 49ers .[ 7] [ 8]
On March 17, 1981 , he signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League .[ 9]
References
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