
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Born
March 29, 1955 (age 70)
Place of Birth
Tyler, Texas, USA
Also Known As
Earl Christian Campbell
The Tyler Rose
Earl Campbell
Biography
Earl Christian Campbell (born March 29, 1955), nicknamed "The Tyler Rose", is an American former professional football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for eight seasons, primarily with the Houston Oilers. Known for his aggressive, punishing running style and ability to break tackles, Campbell gained recognition as one of the best power running backs in NFL history. Campbell played college football for the Texas Longhorns, where he won the Heisman Trophy and earned unanimous All-American honors in his senior season, as well as numerous other accolades. Campbell was selected first overall by the Oilers in the 1978 NFL draft.
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Known For

TV
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Self
2007

TV
Monday Night Football
Running Back
1970

Film
Necessary Roughness
Convict Football Player
1991
Film
The Story of Darrell Royal
Self
1999
Film
The Bob Hope All Star Christmas Comedy Special
Self
1977

Film
The Great Heisman Race of 1997
Self (archive footage)
2023

Film
Luv Ya Bum!
Self
2025
Film
The Perfect 10
Self
2023
Filmography
2025FilmLuv Ya Bum!as Self2023FilmThe Great Heisman Race of 1997as Self (archive footage)2023FilmThe Perfect 10as Self2007TVDiners, Drive-Ins and Divesas Self1999FilmThe Story of Darrell Royalas Self1991FilmNecessary Roughnessas Convict Football Player1977FilmThe Bob Hope All Star Christmas Comedy Specialas Self1970TVMonday Night Footballas Running Back