Antonio Armstrong
Details
- Date of Birth:
- October 15, 1973
- Height:
- 6' 1"
- Hometown:
- Houston
Bio:
Antonio Armstrong (born Antonio Donnell Armstrong on October 15, 1973 in Houston, Texas) was a former NFL star, who played linebacker starting in 1995 for the San Francisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins and St. Louis Rams. He joined the Canadian Football League in 1998, signing with the British Columbia Lions. He was made the East Division All-Star in 2000. He would retire from the league in 2002. Antonio owned a popular gym in Houston, called First Class Training, and was an associate pastor at a Houston church after leaving football.
Best Known For:
Antonio was best known for playing in the NFL and CFL.
Personal Life:
Antonio was married to Dawn Armstrong, and together they had three children: two sons and a daughter. Antonio and Dawn were tragically murdered by son AJ Armstrong on July 29, 2016.