Paul Bradford (American football)

Bradford attended Carlmont High School where he was an All-state honorable mention football player. He then attended College of San Mateo and lettered twice in football. He then transferred to Portland State University where he majored in physical education.[1] In two seasons at Portland State, he recorded 80 tackles, four interceptions, and 13 pass deflections.[1]

Bradford was drafted in the fifth round (146th overall) by the San Diego Chargers.[2] As a rookie, he appeared in 15 games with four starts. All four starts came at left cornerback. He recorded 23 total tackles, two interceptions (one for a touchdown), one fumble recovery (for a touchdown) and seven passes defensed.[3] He recorded his first interception while replacing Dwayne Harper during Week 10 against the Seattle Seahawks, intercepting Warren Moon, it was also his only interception returned for a touchdown. He started in place of the injured Harper the next week, intercepting a Jeff George pass intended James Jett.[1] On August 15, 1998, he re-signed with the Chargers.[4] In 1998, he injured his knee and was placed on injured reserve, resulting in his missing the entire season.[4] He was re-signed by the Chargers on April 2, 1999.[4] He was released on September 5, 1999.[4] On March 7, 2000, he was signed by the Minnesota Vikings.[4] He was released on July 5, 2000.[4]

Bradford was selected in the sixth (44th overall) in the 2001 XFL Draft by the Las Vegas Outlaws.[1]

Bradford is married to his wife Margarita, the couple have 2 daughters and 2 sons, and reside in East Palo Alto.[1]