Larry Wanke
American football player (born 1968)
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Larry Wanke (/ˈwɒŋki/ WONG-kee[1]) (born April 2, 1968) is an American former football quarterback and in the 1991 NFL draft, was Mr. Irrelevant.
PositionQuarterback
BornApril 2, 1968
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight220 lb (100 kg)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Quarterback |
| Personal information | |
| Born | April 2, 1968 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Benedictine (OH) |
| College | Pittsburgh John Carroll |
| NFL draft | 1991: 12th round, 334th overall pick |
| Career history | |
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
Early life
Wanke attended Benedictine High School in Cleveland, Ohio.[2]
College career
Wanke initially attended the University of Pittsburgh, but ultimately transferred to John Carroll University.[2] The transfer was due to a quarterback competition at Pittsburgh and health problems of his father.[3][2]
Professional career
Wanke was drafted by the New York Giants in the 1991 NFL draft 334th and last overall, which earned him the title of Mr. Irrelevant.[4] Wanke, however, never made an NFL roster.[5]
