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Defensive Back

Charles Washington

Born in Shreveport, Louisiana

Charles Washington was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and played his high school football at H. Grady Spruce (Dallas, Texas). From there his career ran through college football at Texas and Cameron and the 1989 NFL Draft, where the Indianapolis Colts took him in the seventh round, and it eventually earned him All-America honors.

He was selected in the 7th round (No. 185 overall) of the 1989 NFL Draft. His professional career included 5 teams: Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers, Atlanta Falcons and Toronto Argonauts.

Career highlights

  • NAIA Division I national champion (1987)
  • Second-team All-American (1987)

Honors as listed in Charles Washington's Wikipedia profile.

Pro career

  • Indianapolis Colts (1989)
  • Kansas City Chiefs (1990–1991)
  • Indianapolis Colts (1992)
  • Green Bay Packers (1992)
  • Atlanta Falcons (1992)
  • Indianapolis Colts (1993)
  • Atlanta Falcons (1993–1994)
  • Toronto Argonauts (1996)

Teams as listed in the sources below, including practice-squad and offseason stints.

Questions about this player

What high school did Charles Washington go to?

Charles Washington played high school football at H. Grady Spruce (Dallas, Texas). He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Is Charles Washington from Shreveport?

Yes. Charles Washington was born in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Where did Charles Washington play college football?

Charles Washington played college football at Texas and Cameron.

When was Charles Washington drafted?

Charles Washington was drafted in the 7th round, No. 185 overall, of the 1989 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts.

What pro teams did Charles Washington play for?

Charles Washington's pro teams include Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers, Atlanta Falcons and Toronto Argonauts.

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