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13 Facts About Warren Capone

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Warren Samuel Capone was born on August 14,1951 and is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.

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Warren Capone was a member of the Birmingham Americans and the Birmingham Vulcans in the World Football League.

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Warren Capone played college football for the LSU Tigers and is a member of the LSU Sports Hall of Fame.

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Warren Capone was the heavyweight wrestling champion in the 1970 Baton Rouge City Championships.

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Warren Capone is one of only eight players in LSU football history to be named to the All-America team twice.

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Warren Capone was a two-time All-SEC selection in 1972 and 1973.

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Warren Capone played in the Sun, Bluebonnet and Orange Bowls.

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Warren Capone was the leader of the defense, until the WFL folded in mid-season.

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Warren Capone was a backup linebacker and was mostly used on special teams.

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Warren Capone played on Super Bowl X and blocked a punt in the game.

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Warren Capone became the only player to have participated in the championship games of both the WFL and NFL.

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Warren Capone returned a fumble for a touchdown during the season.

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Warren Capone is retired and currently resides in Plaquemine, Louisiana with his wife and two children.