John Settle

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John Settle
Date of birth June 2, 1965
Place of birth Flag of United States Reidsville, North Carolina
Position(s) Running Back
College Appalachian State
Pro Bowls 1
Stats
Statistics
Team(s)
1987-1990 Atlanta Falcons

John R. Settle (born June 2, 1965 in Reidsville, North Carolina), is a former professional American football player. A 5'9", 207-lb. undrafted running back from Appalachian State University, Settle played for the Atlanta Falcons from 1987-1990. During the 1988 season, he was selected to the 1988 Pro Bowl after rushing for a career high 1,024 yards and 7 touchdowns. He was the first undrafted running back in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season.

Settle is currently the running backs coach at the University of Wisconsin.