Percell Gaskins

Percell McGahee Gaskins (born April 25, 1972) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Kansas State Wildcats. He was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the 4th round (105th overall) of the 1996 NFL draft.

College career While at Kansas State, Gaskins was a three-year starter between 1993 and 1995.

Gaskins was also an accomplished high jumper on the Kansas State Wildcats track and field team, winning the 1993 high jump at the NCAA Division I Indoor Track and Field Championships with a jump of 2.27 meters.

Professional career

St. Louis Rams Gaskins was selected in the fourth round (105th overall) by the St. Louis Rams. As a rookie, he appeared in 15 games starting one. For the season he recorded 21 tackles and one fumble recovery.

Carolina Panthers After being waived by the Rams after one season, Gaskins was claimed by the Carolina Panthers on August 26, 1997. In the 1997, Gaskins appeared in 12 games recording three tackles. He was cut by the Panthers on August 25, 1998. After going 0–21 in two seasons, he resigned as head coach.