Larry Bethea [SEP] member of sports team
Larry Bethea
Larry Bethea (July 21, 1956 – April 24, 1987) was an American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys. He also was a member of the Michigan Panthers, Oakland Invaders and Houston Gamblers of the United States Football League. He played college football at Michigan State University. He died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound within hours of being identified as a suspect in two armed robberies.
Early years.
Bethea was a standout for Ferguson High School, playing
Bowl XLIV and made four solo tackles during a 31–17 loss to the New Orleans Saints.
Professional career Indianapolis Colts 2010.
On March 3, 2010, the Indianapolis Colts placed a first round, $2.51 million tender on Bethea. He held out of organized team activities and declined to sign their restricted free agent tender. On July 11, 2010, the Indianapolis Colts signed Bethea to a four-year, $27 million contract that includes an $8 million signing bonus.
Defensive coordinator Larry Coyer retained Bethea and Sanders