A product of Massillon Washington and the first high school athlete to be featured on a Wheaties box, Chris Spielman went on to be a standout three-time All-American linebacker at Ohio State.

Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 1988 NFL Draft, Spielman carved out an illustrious pro career. A first team All-Pro in 1991, he was twice a second team All-Pro (1992 & 1994), and was also selected to four Pro Bowls. Spielman logged ten seasons in the NFL, where he led the league in tackles during the 1994 season.