Charles White
Charles White (born January 22, 1958) is a former professional American football athlete. He
had a distinguished college career and later played in the NFL for the Cleveland Browns and the
Los Angeles Rams.
College career
White was born in Los Angeles and went to San Fernando High School. Later, he won the
Heisman Trophy as best college football player in America, playing tailback for the University of
Southern California Trojans. A major highlight of USC's distinguished Tailback U Era, White set
22 records in the NCAA, Pac 10 Conference and USC. Some credit goes to his talented
offensive line which included Anthony Munoz, Pat Howell, Brad Budde, Keith Van Horne and
Roy Foster. White was inducted in the College Football Hall of Fame in 1996.
National Football League career
White went on to play in the National Football League for the Cleveland Browns (1980–1984)
and Los Angeles Rams (1985–1988). In 1987, he was a Pro Bowl selection after rushing for a
league-leading 1,387 yards and 11 touchdowns, earning him the NFL Comeback Player of the
Year Award.
White finished his NFL career with 3,075 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns, along with 114
receptions, 860 yards and 1 touchdown.
American Gladiators
In its third and fourth seasons, American Gladiators held special "Pro Football Challenge of
Champions" shows. White participated in both and won both, both times coming from behind in
the "Eliminator" thanks to slip-ups by his opponents.