Mike Richardson (American football, born 1961)
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Michael Calvin "Mike" Richardson (born May 23, 1961) is a former American college and professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for seven seasons during the 1980s. He played college football for Arizona State University, and was recognized as an All-American. He played professionally for the NFL's Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers, and won a Super Bowl as a member of the 1985 Chicago Bears.
Richardson finished his 7 season career with 20 interceptions, which he returned for 247 yards and a touchdown. He also recorded 4 fumble recoveries. Known as "LA Mike" He was a featured soloist of the "Shuffling Crew" in the video The Super Bowl Shuffle in 1985.
Richardson has undergone a major decline since the end of his football career. In 2008, he was facing up to a 13-year sentence for possession of methamphetamine and crack cocaine. It was his 21st drug conviction since the end of his football career.[1] Former teammate Richard Dent and coach Mike Ditka both supported Richardson being sent to a rehab facility rather than prison. Ultimately, the judge sentenced Richardson to one year in prison and an extended probation period, violation of which would result in Richardson serving the remainder of a 13-year sentence.[2]
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Richardson, Mike |
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Richardson, Michael Calvin; Richardson, Michael C. |
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All-American college football player, college football player, defensive back, cornerback |
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May 23, 1961 |
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Compton, California, United States |
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