Victor Heflin (born July 7, 1960) is an American former professional

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who played two seasons with the

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of the

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(NFL). He was selected by the

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in the sixth round of the

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. He played

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Early life and college

Victor Heflin was born on July 7, 1960, in

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. He attended Wayne High School in

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. He was a member of the

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from 1979 to 1982. He led the team in interceptions in 1982. He was inducted into Delaware State's athletics hall of fame in 2010.

Professional career

Heflin was selected by the

in the sixth round, with the 143rd overall pick, of the

. He officially signed with the team on May 11. He was released on August 23, 1983. Heflin signed with the

on October 27, 1983. He played in eight games for the Cardinals during the 1983 season. He appeared in all 16 games in 1984, recording one interception. He was released by the Cardinals on August 26, 1985. Heflin was signed by the

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on April 1, 1986. He was released on May 7, 1986.

Personal life

Heflin is the brother of former NFL player Vince Heflin.

References

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