David Palmer (American football)

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David Palmer
Date of birth: November 19, 1972 (1972-11-19) (age 35)
Place of birth: Flag of the United States Birmingham, Alabama
Career information
Position(s): WR, KR
Jersey №: 22
College: Alabama
NFL Draft: 1994 / Round: 2 / Pick: 40
Organizations
 As player:
1994-2000 Minnesota Vikings
Stats at DatabaseFootball.com

David Palmer (born November 19, 1972 in Birmingham, Alabama) is a former professional American football wide receiver who played seven seasons for the Minnesota Vikings in the National Football League.

[edit] High school

Palmer was a star football player for Jackson-Olin High School in Birmingham, Alabama. Palmer played quarterback and a variety of positions. Although small in stature, Palmer was difficult to tackle by opposing defenders. Palmer is considered one of the greatest players in the history of Alabama High School Football.

[edit] College

Palmer signed to play college football at the University of Alabama. Wearing number 2 and nicknamed "The Deuce", during his career for the Crimson Tide, Palmer became the school's first 1000 yard receiver in a single season. During his junior season, Palmer was an All-American at Alabama and a finalist for the Heisman Trophy.

Palmer elected not to finish his collegiate career, turning pro after the 1993 college football season. He was a second round pick for the Minnesota Vikings in the 1994 NFL Draft.