(Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File) From an early age, Weathers showed a talent for both athletics and acting. He ...

That's how good Weathers was. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Carl Weathers was more than 'Rocky.' He was an NFL player − and a science fiction star.

US actor Carl Weathers has died at the age of 76 ... Weathers, who began his career as an NFL linebacker, "was an exceptional human being who lived an extraordinary life", his family's statement ...

JT The Brick chats with former Raiders linebacker and actor Carl Weathers, kicker Chris Bahr and defensive back Joe King to discuss their journeys to the NFL, wearing the Silver and Black ...