Cornelius Anthony

Cornelius Anthony (born July 3, 1978) is a former American football linebacker.

He starred at Elkins High School in Missouri City, Texas, where he earned District 16-5A Defensive MVP honors after posting 163 total tackles (25 for a loss), three interceptions and three fumble recoveries in addition to playing running back on offense.

Anthony was signed as a free agent to the Washington Redskins, but did not appear in a game with the club.

He finished the year with two sacks, a team-leading 50 tackles, a forced fumble, and an interception.

Had his best professional season in 2007, making 56 tackles, recording 8 sacks, and recovering a fumble.