Quintus Alonzo McDonald (born December 14, 1966) is a former

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who played professionally in the

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(NFL).

Early years

In 1984, while attending Montclair (NJ) High School, McDonald was named ''

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Defensive Player of the Year. McDonald played at Penn State University as a 6'3' 259 lb. linebacker.

NFL

McDonald was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the sixth round of the

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(155th overall). He played in 40 games between 1989 and 1991 for the Colts. He wore jersey number 96.

References

1966 births Living people People from Rockingham, North Carolina Sportspeople from Montclair, New Jersey Players of American football from Essex County, New Jersey American football linebackers Penn State Nittany Lions football players Indianapolis Colts players {{linebacker-1960s-stub