Webster Slaughter is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 11 seasons. He was born on September 19, 1964, in Stockton, California, and attended San Joaquin Delta College before transferring to the University of San Diego.
Slaughter was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the 1986 NFL Draft. He quickly established himself as a reliable receiver, catching 37 passes for 561 yards and 3 touchdowns in his rookie season. He continued to improve over the next few years, becoming one of the Browns' top offensive weapons.
In 1989, Slaughter had his best season, catching 65 passes for 1,236 yards and 6 touchdowns. He was named to the Pro Bowl and helped lead the Browns to the AFC Championship Game, where they lost to the Denver Broncos.
Slaughter continued to be a productive receiver for the Browns over the next few seasons, but the team struggled to make the playoffs. In 1992, he was traded to the Houston Oilers, where he played for two seasons. He had a solid year in 1993, catching 52 passes for 820 yards and 5 touchdowns, but the Oilers missed the playoffs.
After two seasons in Houston, Slaughter signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in 1995. He played two seasons with the Chiefs, catching 89 passes for 1,222 yards and 5 touchdowns. He was released by the team in 1997 and signed with the Oakland Raiders, where he played his final season in 1998.
Overall, Slaughter had a successful NFL career, catching 563 passes for 8,111 yards and 44 touchdowns. He was known for his speed and agility, as well as his ability to make tough catches in traffic. He was also a respected teammate and leader, earning the respect of coaches and players throughout the league.
After retiring from football, Slaughter became a coach and mentor to young athletes. He founded the Webster Slaughter Youth Foundation, which provides support and resources to underprivileged children in the Stockton area. He also worked as a football analyst for various media outlets, including ESPN and Fox Sports.
In 2019, Slaughter was inducted into the Cleveland Browns Legends Program, which honors former players who have made significant contributions to the team. He remains a beloved figure in Cleveland and is remembered as one of the best receivers in Browns history.
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