Back in 1991, the Arizona Cardinals, then known as the Phoenix Cardinals, were taking a huge risk. With the sixth-overall pick of the NFL Draft, the organization selected Eric Swann, a defensive tackle who had never played college football. Needless to say, the move garnered much attention, and all eyes would be on the mammoth lineman as he entered the league.
After starring at Western Harnett High School in Lillington, NC, Swann was headed for North Carolina State University. But as much as he was a star on the gridiron, his performance in the classroom was not up to par.