LaDainian Tomlinson

Ladainian Tomlinson - Local Hero and Future NFL Hall of Famer

Born: June 23, 1979

Place: Rosebud, Falls County, TX

Parents: Loreane Lowe Chappelle (Marlin native) & Oliver Tomlinson (Tomlinson Hill) near Marlin.

*Raised in both Marlin, Falls County, TX, and Waco, McLennan County, TX, respectively.

*Taken in the 1st round of the NFL draft in 2001 by the San Diego Chargers football franchise, as the 5th

overall pick.

*Holds the all-time NFL record for single season touchdowns (31).

*Known to legions of football fans as "L. T."