David Benjamin Waymer Jr. (July 1, 1958 – April 30, 1993) was an American football safety in the National Football League (NFL). Waymer graduated from West Charlotte High School in 1976. He played

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, graduating in 1980, and was drafted in the

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in the second round by the New Orleans Saints, where he played until 1989. He was offered a contract by the New Jersey Generals of the United States Football League (USFL), but opted to remain in New Orleans, saying, "I always wanted to play there. I've got a lot of friends there, and that is where, hopefully, I'll finish out my career." He played for the San Francisco 49ers in 1990 and 1991 and the Los Angeles Raiders in 1992. During the 1993 offseason, Waymer died on April 30, 1993, at the age of 34, from a heart attack induced by cocaine use. ABC/Wonderful World of Disney movie ''

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'' was dedicated to Waymer's memory in 1999. January 24, 2022 the Canal Street Chronicles featured Waymer in their "LIFE OF A SAINT" series. Family, friends and teammates come together to share their memories of the late Dave Waymer.

References

External links

Pro Football Reference: Dave Waymer

Football Database: Dave Waymer Career Stats
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