Emmett Tilley

Emmett Tilley (born February 13, 1961) is an American former professional football linebacker who played for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Duke Blue Devils.

Early life Emmett Tilley was born on February 13, 1961, in Durham, North Carolina. He attended Hillside High School in Durham. The Durham Sun called him the "Incredible Hulk in royal blue" for his size. The Miami Herald called Tilley a "sawed-off man with the legs that are so large that — although Tilley has a 34-inch waist — he must buy pants with a 38 or 40-inch waist to fit over his thighs". Tilley was waived by Miami on April 10, 1984.

On October 5, 1984, Tilley signed with the Jacksonville Bulls of the United States Football League (USFL) for the 1985 USFL season. He left the team on February 2, 1985.