Cameron McGlenn (February 16, 1988 – May 6, 2020) was an American

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. He played college football for

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Early life

McGlenn attended South Point High School in

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. While at South Point, McGlenn was a member of the football and

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teams.

Professional career

Iowa Barnstormers

After going undrafted. McGlenn was assigned to the

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of the

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. McGlenn played two seasons for the Barnstormers, leading the team in tackles both season.

Charlotte Speed

McGlenn was announced as a signee of the

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, who intended to play in the

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, but the team never made it to the field, folding before the season began.

Spokane Shock

McGlenn was assigned to the

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for the 2013 season. McGlenn was reassigned 10 weeks into the season.

New Orleans VooDoo

After his release, McGlenn was assigned to the

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. In his first game with the VooDoo, McGlenn had two interceptions.

Tampa Bay Storm

On October 16, 2015, McGlenn was assigned to the

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Guangzhou Power

McGlenn played for the

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of the

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(CAFL) in 2016 and earned All-Pro South Division All-Star honors.

Washington Valor

McGlenn was assigned to the

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on January 9, 2017.

Death

At 3:48 a.m. on May 6, 2020, after McGlenn's vehicle ran out of gas, he attempted to cross

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on foot and was struck by the driver of an oncoming vehicle, killing him instantly.

References

External links

Elon College bio
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