Shaun King is a former American football quarterback who made a name for himself during his college years and his brief stint in the National Football League (NFL). King was born on May 29, 1977, in St. Petersburg, Florida, and he played high school football at St. Petersburg Catholic High School. In college, King played for Tulane University, where he led the Green Wave to a record-setting season and a trip to the Sugar Bowl. King’s success at Tulane earned him the nickname “The King of New Orleans.”

King’s college football career began in 1995, but it was the 1998 season that established him as a standout quarterback. That year, King led Tulane to an undefeated regular season, set school records for passing yards and touchdowns, and finished as a finalist for the Heisman Trophy. He also led the Green Wave to a victory over the Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars in the Liberty Bowl.

King was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second round (50th overall) of the 1999 NFL Draft. He spent three seasons with the Buccaneers, serving as a backup to starting quarterback Brad Johnson. However, King did get the opportunity to start a few games during his time with the Buccaneers, including several games during the 2000 season, when Johnson was injured. King even led the Buccaneers to a victory over the St. Louis Rams, who were the defending Super Bowl champions at the time.

After his time in Tampa Bay, King spent time with several other NFL teams, including the Arizona Cardinals, the Detroit Lions, and the Indianapolis Colts. However, he was never able to establish himself as a starting quarterback in the NFL, and he eventually retired from professional football.

Since his retirement, King has remained involved in the world of football, working as a college football analyst for ESPN and as a color commentator for the NFL on NBC. He has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including the Shaun King Foundation, which raises money for youth education and empowerment programs.

Despite King’s successful college career and brief NFL career, he is often remembered for his impact on the city of New Orleans. King’s success at Tulane helped to bring attention to the city’s football program, and it is widely believed that his success helped to raise morale in the city in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In fact, King even returned to the city to help with recovery efforts after the hurricane.

Shaun King is an inspiring figure in the world of football, both for his on-field accomplishments and his off-field efforts to give back to his community. His legacy as “The King of New Orleans” will always be remembered by those who watched him play and those who continue to be inspired by his example.

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