James Jackson Darling (born December 29, 1974) is a former American football linebacker. He was originally drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the

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. He played

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at Washington State.

College career

Darling played high school football at Kettle Falls High School in Kettle Falls, WA. He then played

at Washington State University, where he was a two-time All-

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selection, and as a senior, he was also a second-team All-American selection by the Sporting News. He finished his career with 2.5 sacks, 258 tackles, four forced fumbles, and an interception.

Professional career

Darling played for ten seasons in the National Football League, he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles and played there for four years. He then was traded to the

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, where he played for two years and finally finished his career with the Arizona Cardinals, where he played for four more years.

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1974 births Living people Players of American football from Denver American football linebackers Washington State Cougars football players Philadelphia Eagles players New York Jets players Arizona Cardinals players {{linebacker-1970s-stub