1. Donald Aubrey Butler was born on October 17,1988 and is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League.
23 Facts About Donald Butler
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Donald Butler was considered one of the top linebacker prospects for the 2010 NFL draft, and was selected with the 79th overall pick by the San Diego Chargers.
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Donald Butler was selected an All-Metro second-team and All-CAL MVP pick.
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Donald Butler was named an honorable mention All-Metro selection by the Sacramento Bee.
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Donald Butler competed as a sprinter and long jumper.
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Donald Butler was named one of the Top 15 prospects in the Sacramento area by the Sacramento Bee.
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Donald Butler was ranked 55th nationally among outside linebackers by Rivals.
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On March 3,2005, Donald Butler committed to the University of Washington.
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In four years at Washington, Donald Butler had 239 tackles, 26.5 TFLs, three sacks, five forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, two interceptions, and seven pass deflections.
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Donald Butler suffered a season-ending injury prior to the start of his rookie season as he tore his left Achilles tendon during a pass rush drill.
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However, in the 2011 season, his first in the NFL, Donald Butler had his breakout season as he became an immediate starter on the Chargers' defense.
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Donald Butler had 96 tackles playing in all 16 games, including 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and an interception, playing alongside veteran linebacker Takeo Spikes.
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In 2012, Donald Butler was already a well-known and vocal team leader for the Chargers.
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Donald Butler was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for that performance.
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Donald Butler again was known as a team leader in 2013, being elected a team captain in his fourth year.
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Donald Butler played 13 games, missing 3 with a groin injury, managing to make 84 tackles, half a sack, 1 interception, and a fumble recovery.
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Donald Butler was an impending free agent for the 2014 NFL season, but on February 28,2014, he announced on Twitter that he would be staying with the Chargers on a multi-year deal.
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Donald Butler was placed on injured reserve with a dislocated elbow on December 15,2014.
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Donald Butler was released by the Chargers on March 3,2016.
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On July 27,2016, Donald Butler was signed by the Arizona Cardinals.
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On September 13,2016, Donald Butler was signed by the Dolphins.
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Donald Butler studied business and construction management at the University of Washington.
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Donald Butler completed his master's degree in real estate at Georgetown University in 2022.