About Sylvester Stamps
Born 1961. Sylvester Stamps is an American american football player.
Sylvester Stamps (born February 24, 1961, in Vicksburg, Mississippi) is an American former professional football player who was a running back/wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played six seasons for the Atlanta Falcons (1984–1988) and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played college football for the Jackson State Tigers.
He played for Vicksburg High School. He became its all-time leading rusher with 2,946 yards, had 30 rushing touchdowns during his high school career, and was inducted into its hall of fame. He played for coach Houston Markham Jr. at Jackson State. He helped the Gators win two SWAC championships. In college and the pros he also returned kickoffs. He led the NFL in return yards in 1987.
A. J. Stamps is his nephew.
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Who is Sylvester Stamps?
American football player
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Sylvester Stamps was born on 24 February 1961 in Vicksburg.
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Sylvester Stamps is an american football player.
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Sylvester Stamps is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sylvester Stamps. https://biography.guide/sylvester-stamps/
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