John Leake

John Robert Leake (born August 28, 1981) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Clemson Tigers.

After his football career, he was convicted of operating a Ponzi scheme and defrauding investors of millions.

Early life and college Leake was born in Plano, Texas and graduated from Plano East Senior High School in 2000. At Clemson University, Leake played at linebacker for the Clemson Tigers football team from 2000 to 2003.

NFL career

Leake was not selected in the 2004 NFL draft. On April 26, 2004, Leake signed as an undrafted free agent with the Tennessee Titans. The Titans waived Leake on September 4.

Leake split the 2005 NFL season between the Atlanta Falcons and the Green Bay Packers. The following season, he was once again a member of the Falcons.