Everson Walls
An undrafted hometown cornerback who led the NFL in interceptions three times.
Everson Walls is a former NFL defensive back who began his 14-season career with the Dallas Cowboys and later played for the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns. He made four Pro Bowls, was a three-time All-Pro, and won a Super Bowl with the Giants after the 1990 season.
Quick Facts
- Number
- 24, 28
- Position
- Cornerback, safety
- Born
- 28 December 1959
- Birthplace
- Dallas, Texas, U.S.
- High school
- Berkner (Richardson, Texas)
- College
- Grambling State (1977–1980)
- Teams
- Dallas Cowboys (1981–1989)
- New York Giants (1990–1992)
- Cleveland Browns (1992–1993)
Lore & Background
Walls grew up in Richardson, Texas, two miles from the Cowboys' practice facility, and played only his senior year of high school football. He walked on at Grambling State, won a scholarship from Eddie Robinson, and led the nation with 11 interceptions as a senior.
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