Michael Scott Kennedy (born February 26, 1959) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL).
Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, Kennedy played scholastically at St. Francis de Sales School.
He was named to the starting lineup in the fourth game of his freshman season and became one of the Rockets' best defensive backs.
During his time with the Rockets, he made 314 tackles and was voted the team's best player in 1979 and 1981, as well as being named to the First-Team All-MAC.
Kennedy made 59 tackles and caught one interception, which he returned for a 22-yard touchdown.