Age, Biography and Wiki
Mike Cofer was born on 7 April, 1960 in Knoxville, Tennessee, U.S., is an American football player (1960–2019). Discover Mike Cofer's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 59 years old?
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| Age |
59 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aries |
| Born |
7 April, 1960 |
| Birthday |
7 April |
| Birthplace |
Knoxville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Date of death |
2019 |
| Died Place |
Fayetteville, Georgia, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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Mike Cofer Height, Weight & Measurements
At 59 years old, Mike Cofer height is 1.96 m .
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1.96 m |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Not Available |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Phil Cofer |
Mike Cofer Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Mike Cofer worth at the age of 59 years old? Mike Cofer’s income source is mostly from being a successful Player. He is from United States. We have estimated Mike Cofer's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Player |
Mike Cofer Social Network
Timeline
Michael Lynn Cofer (April 7, 1960 – March 21, 2019) was an American football linebacker in the National Football League (NFL).
Cofer played college football at Tennessee from 1979 through the 1982 season.
In 1979, he played in all eleven games, registering 27 tackles (11 solo) and a fumble recovery.
In 1980, he played in five games, picking up 32 tackles (22 solo), including a sack and two tackles for a loss, as well as two fumble recoveries, before suffering a season-ending knee injury.
Cofer played in 10 games in 1981, registering 94 tackles (53 solo) and a blocked punt.
Cofer played college football at Tennessee, where he was a captain of the 1982 squad.
Cofer was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, and grew up in the city's Mechanicsville neighborhood.
He played high school football at Rule High School.
Following his senior season, he was named to the Parade All-American team, and was the number one recruit in the state, with offers from 50 schools.
He played in 11 games in 1982, tallying 84 tackles (58 solo), including 4 sacks and 5 tackles for a loss, as well as two fumble recoveries.
He was named All-SEC following the 1982 season.
At Tennessee, Cofer was known as Mike "Stop" Cofer to distinguish him from his teammate, Mike "Go" Cofer, who played tight end.
He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the third round of the 1983 NFL Draft.
Cofer was drafted in the 3rd round (67th overall) by the Detroit Lions in the 1983 NFL draft.
He played 10 seasons in the NFL, all with the Lions, starting in 104 games.
He registered 511 tackles and 63 sacks during his career.
Cofer played in all 16 games during his rookie season, earning 4.5 sacks.
During his second season, he moved into the starting lineup, picking up 7 sacks.
Initially a defensive end, he switched to linebacker in 1985 when the Lions' new head coach, Darryl Rogers, installed a 3–4 defense.
He registered 7.5 sacks in 1986, and would lead the team in sacks each season from 1987 through 1990.
He was a Pro Bowl selection in 1988.
He garnered 12 sacks in 1988 to earn an invitation to the Pro Bowl.
Cofer struggled with injuries during the early 1990s, missing most of the 1991 season and part of the 1992 season.
After spending the entire 1993 season on injured reserve, he was waived by the Lions.
Cofer lived near Atlanta with his wife, Reba.
They have two sons together, Michael Isaiah and Philip.
His younger brother, Joe, also played for Tennessee.
Phil Cofer was a member of the Florida State Seminoles men's basketball team.
In September 2013, Cofer was honored as a Vol Legend of the Game during Tennessee's game against South Alabama.
Diagnosed with amyloidosis in 2007, Cofer died in Fayetteville, Georgia, on March 21, 2019, at the age of 58.
