David Adams (gridiron football)

David Delaney Adams (born June 24, 1964) is an American former professional football running back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Dallas Cowboys and Los Angeles Rams.

He also was a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

He was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the twelfth round (309th overall) of the 1987 NFL draft.

Adams attended Sunnyside High School, where he played running back.

As a senior, he led the city in rushing, while receiving All-state, All-city and player of the year honors (by the Tucson Citizen).

Adams was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the 12th round (309th overall) of the 1987 NFL draft, after dropping because he was seen too small to play professional football.