Kinnon Tatum

Kinnon Ray Tatum II (born July 19, 1975) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for two seasons with the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Panthers in the third round of the 1997 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Notre Dame.

Early life and college Kinnon Ray Tatum II was born on July 19, 1975, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He recorded one interception in 1995 and one interception in 1996.

Professional career Tatum was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the third round, with the 87th overall pick, of the 1997 NFL draft. He officially signed with the team on June 9.

Post-playing career Tatum worked for Allstate after his football career. He also spent time as the linebackers coach at Providence High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was also an assistant coach for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Seton Hill Griffins.