Donald Chumley
Born: (1962-03-14) March 14, 1962
Hamburg, West Germany
Career information
CFL statusAmerican
Position(s)DT
Height6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
Weight265 lb (120 kg)
CollegeGeorgia
High schoolGarden City (GA) Groves
NFL draft1985 / Round: 12 / Pick: 336
Career history
As coach
2005–presentSavannah Christian Raiders (HC)
As player
1985San Francisco 49ers*
1985Calgary Stampeders
*Offseason or practice roster only
Career stats

Donald Chumley (born March 14, 1962) is a former American football defensive tackle who played one season with the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected by the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League (NFL) in the 12th round of the 1985 NFL Draft.[1] He played college football at the University of Georgia and attended Groves High School in Garden City, Georgia.[2]

Professional career

Chumley was selected by the San Francisco 49ers of the NFL with the final pick in the 1985 NFL Draft, earning him the title of Mr. Irrelevant.[3] He signed with the CFL's Calgary Stampeders in September 1985 after being released by the 49ers.[4]

Coaching career

Chumley became head coach of the Savannah Christian Raiders of Savannah, Georgia in 2005.[2] He left after the 2016 season.[5]

References

  1. "Tae Crowder joins Andrew Thomas on Giants, Donald Chumley as "Mr. Irrelevant"". Dawg Sports. April 26, 2020. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
  2. 1 2 "UGA's Lone "Lowsman"". patrickgarbin.blogspot.com. May 9, 2012. Archived from the original on January 1, 2015. Retrieved January 1, 2015.
  3. "1985 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
  4. "Don Chumley". cflapedia.com. Archived from the original on January 1, 2015. Retrieved January 1, 2015.
  5. Heath, Don (June 5, 2021). "Former Georgia Bulldog Donald Chumley of SEHS football honored with achievement award". Savannah Morning News. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
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