About Dean Wells
Lived 1970 – 2025 (aged 54). Dean Wells was an American american football player.
Dean Wells (July 20, 1970 – April 3, 2025) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) from 1993 to 2001.
Wells played college football for the Kentucky Wildcats. He holds the school record for most sacks in a single game, recording five against Indiana in 1992, as well as single-season sack record with 10. Wells was selected in the fourth round of the 1993 NFL draft by the Seattle Seahawks and played five seasons for the team, leading the defense in tackles in 1996.
Wells ended his career with 529 tackles, 2.5 sacks, six forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, and three interceptions.
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Who was Dean Wells?
American football player
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Dean Wells was born on 20 July 1970 in Louisville.
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Dean Wells died on 3 April 2025.
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Dean Wells was an american football player.
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Dean Wells was American.
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