T. J. Turner (defensive lineman)

Tommy James Turner (May 16, 1963 – August 24, 2009) was an American football defensive end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Miami Dolphins.

A 1981 Parade All-American, he was considered to be the top defensive end prospect in the nation coming out of high school.

As a Dolphin, he was given the nickname "Wrong-Way T.J." after taking a wrong turn onto the Florida Turnpike, blaming the mistake on the confusing Golden Glades Interchange.

He drove 50 miles before attempting to turn around, at which point he flipped his truck and was cited for careless driving.

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