Alonzo Highsmith
- January 9, 2024
- American Boxer
Quick Facts
Full Name | Alonzo Highsmith |
Occupation | American Boxer |
Date Of Birth | Feb 26, 1965(1965-02-26) |
Age | 59 |
Birthplace | Bartow |
Country | United States |
Birth City | Florida |
Horoscope | Aquarius |
Alonzo Highsmith Biography
Name | Alonzo Highsmith |
Birthday | Feb 26 |
Birth Year | 1965 |
Place Of Birth | Bartow |
Home Town | Florida |
Birth Country | United States |
Birth Sign | Aquarius |
Children(s) | Alonzo Highsmith Jr., A.J. Highsmith |
Alonzo Highsmith is one of the most popular and richest American boxer who was born on February 26, 1965 in Bartow, Florida, United States. Alonzo Walter, Sr., a former fullback and ex-boxer, is an American football executive. Most recently, he was the vice president of player staff for the Cleveland Browns (NFL). Highsmith was previously a senior personnel executive at the Green Bay Packers for six seasons. Highsmith is also an American football fullback, professional boxer, and played in the NFL with the Houston Oilers and Dallas Cowboys. He played college football for the University of Miami.
Jimmy Johnson was named the new head coach in 1984. He rushed for 906 yards and 11 touchdowns on 146 carries (6.2 per cent). He would become a fullback who could block, catch, and run.
In 1988, he started 16 games, rushing for 466 yards (third on the team) on 94 carries for a 5-yard average, while developing into one of the best blocking fullbacks in the NFL. In 1989, he started again 16 games, led the team in rushing with 531 yards and was second on the team with 6 total touchdowns.
Although he had started 40 straight games with the Houston Oilers, he had a series of offseason knee surgeries, that had doctors recommending against the Dallas Cowboys acquiring him in 1990, based on a knee condition that could potentially end his career. Head coach Jimmy Johnson, knowing Highsmith from his playing days at the University of Miami, ignored the medical advice and went ahead with the proposed trade on September 3.
Highsmith chose to accept a scholarship from University of Miami over Notre Dame University or the University of Michigan. Howard Schnellenberger recruited him to play defensive, but he converted to fullback before the start of his freshman season. He was part of the 1983 Hurricanes team that won the national title. He led the team’s rush during the Orange Bowl victory over Nebraska, 31-30.
Alonzo Highsmith Net Worth
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Source Of Income | American boxer |
House | Living in own house. |
Alonzo Highsmith is one of the richest American Boxer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Alonzo Highsmith 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Walter Highsmith was his father and a successful coach and football player. Alonzo and he both played for the Oilers during 1972. Alonzo played basketball and football in Montreal, and he also played for Montreal Alouettes. Walter was the former Texas Southern University head coach and was involved in several coaching stints in college football as well as the CFL.
Highsmith was a student at Christopher Columbus High School. He played defensive end for the team and reached the state championship final in 1982. Highsmith also received All-American, Florida Defensive Player and Dade County Athlete Of The Year honors. Highsmith also ran track and played basketball.
Highsmith was selected by the Houston Oilers in the first round (third overall) of the 1987 NFL Draft. He reported to the team after a long contract holdout, that saw him miss 6 months and 6 games. As a rookie, he played in 8 games (3 starts) and registered 106 rushing yards.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Height | 6 ft 1 in |
Weight | 106 kg |
Alonzo Highsmith height 6 ft 1 in Alonzo weight 106 kg & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Alonzo Highsmith Dating?
According to our records, Alonzo Highsmith is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Alonzo Highsmith’s is not dating anyone.
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In 2012, he accepted a Senior Personnel Executive position in the front office of the Green Bay Packers.
Facts & Trivia
Alonzo Ranked on the list of most popular American boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Alonzo Highsmith celebrates birthday on February 26 of every year.
On January 2, 2018, it was reported that he would be joining the Cleveland Browns as their vice president of football operations. On January 10, it was confirmed that Highsmith would join the Browns, just as the Vice President of Player Personnel.
Where is Alonzo Highsmith now?
On January 10, it was confirmed that Highsmith would join the Browns, just as the Vice President of Player Personnel. After consulting for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2020 offseason, he accepted a full-time position as a personnel executive with the team on June 12, 2020.
Where did Alonzo Highsmith go to college?
University of Miami