CHRIS WAMPLER – 1978

He was a 4 year standout in football at center, fullback, and linebacker. He could do it all. He was All County and All District as a junior. As a senior he was All County, All District and All State while playing tailback and linebacker. He was the first member in school history in the 2000 yard club and held the single game rushing record for many years with 295 yards and 4 touchdowns against Loudon. He was also All District in basketball. He was a scholarship player four years at University of Tennessee, starting 3 years. Several times he was Captain and was “Mr. Steady” for his consistency and stability. He was drafted by the USFL and played in the NFL for Tampa Bay. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2005.