12 Facts About Andy Cannavino

Andrew J Cannavino was born on April 20,1959 and is a former American football linebacker.

Andy Cannavino played for the University of Michigan from 1977 to 1980.

Andy Cannavino became one of the leading tacklers in Michigan history, played in the 1981 Rose Bowl and was the only unanimous selection as a first-team player on the 1980 Associated Press All-Big Ten football team.

Andy Cannavino later played professional football in the USFL from 1983 to 1984 for the Michigan Panthers and Chicago Blitz.

Andy Cannavino's father, Joe, was an All American halfback while playing for the Ohio State Buckeyes under coach Woody Hayes in the 1950s.

In that game, Andy Cannavino recovered a Northwestern fumble to set up one Michigan touchdown and intercepted a Northwestern pass deep in Michigan territory with 2:32 left in the game.

Andy Cannavino was the only unanimous choice for the AP's All-Big Ten team in 1980.

In four years at Michigan, Andy Cannavino was credited with 289 tackles, including 175 solo tackles and 114 assists.

At the time of his graduation in 1981, Andy Cannavino ranked third all-team in tackles in Michigan football history.

Andy Cannavino was selected by the Detroit Lions in the 10th round of the 1981 NFL draft.

Andy Cannavino signed with the Lions and attended training camp, but he was released in the pre-season.

In 1983, Andy Cannavino signed with the Michigan Panthers in the newly formed USFL; he played for the 1983 Panthers team that won the first USFL championship game played in Denver, Colorado.