O'Brien Darwin Alston (born December 21, 1965) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker.
[3] In 1986, against Pittsburgh on a pivotal third-down play, Alston recovered a fumble which was originally ruled an incomplete pass.
[2] Against the Chicago Bears, Alston was moved to start at left outside linebacker in relief of Johnie Cooks.
[2] Against the New York Jets, opposing running back Freeman McNeil threw a low and hard block for Roger Vick, which seriously injured Alston's left knee.
[9] Sports Illustrated wrote that McNeil "was so overcome with remorse" he "committed a flagrant act of compassion, all but taking himself out of a game.
[2] In 1992, Alston was selected by the San Antonio Riders in the eighth round of the World League of American Football draft.