Carlese Franklin
American football player
Carlese Franklin (born February 23, 1985) is an American former professional football wide receiver. Franklin played college football at McNeese State University. He signed as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2008.
Early life
Born the son of Alfred and Veronica Stewart, Carlese attended Kentwood High School in Kentwood, Louisiana. Played both quarterback and defensive back, where he named All-State and All-District. He passed for 1,500 yards and 14 touchdowns, and rushed for 978 yards with a 10.5 rushing average as senior to lead his team to the state championship game. Passed for over 3,000 yards and 24 touchdowns, while rushing for over 1,800 yards and 18 touchdowns in his prep career. Also a track & field standout (javelin and high jump) and helped team to two state titles. All-State in basketball as a guard.
College career
Franklin continued his athletic and academic career at McNeese State University, where he majored in Psychology and lettered all four seasons for the Cowboys, winning three Southland Conference Championships.
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