Former National Football League player Jamal Anderson played for the Atlanta Falcons from 1994 to 2001. He retired in 2001 after suffering a career-ending injury to his knee.
On February 8, 2009, Anderson was arrested in Atlanta, Georgia, for charges of felony cocaine and misdemeanor marijuana possession.ESPN.com: Jamal Anderson in Jail on Drug Charges
The Dirty Bird
Anderson is credited with the popularization of the end zone dance known as The Dirty Bird. The dirty bird involves the flapping of arms like wings as well as dancing around, and appears to be similar to the chicken dance.
Drug Arrest
Anderson was arrested February 8, 2009, at the Peachtree Tavern in Atlanta, Georgia. He was arrested by an off-duty police officer who was working as a club security guard. Anderson was arrested, along with another man, Mark Hudson, for allegedly using cocaine at the tavern.TMZ: "Dirty Bird" Creator Blew Lines Off Toilet (February 9, 2009)
Jamal Anderson Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Atlanta Falcons
- NFL.com: Career Stats
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 237
- Rookie Year: 1994
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Drafted in the seveth round, 201st overall, in the 1994 NFL draft by the Atlanta FalconsNFL: Jamal Anderson
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Known for his "Dirty Bird" end zone dance
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Works for ESPN as an analyst
