He previously had played for Weber State University and Pacifica High School in Garden Grove, California.
He played quarterback at Pacifica High School in Garden Grove, California.
[2] After joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1990, Carlson made his NFL debut in a 41-10 blowout loss to the San Diego Chargers.
Carlson relieved starting quarterback Chris Chandler during a week 9 matchup against Green Pay Packers.
His first career touchdown pass came on a four yard throw to wide receiver Lawrence Dawsey late in the fourth quarter to prevent a shutout.
[7] Carlson signed with the Denver Broncos during the 1994 offseason but never played in a regular season game for the team.