Diondre Overton is a former American football wide receiver. He played college football at Clemson and went undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft. Overton has played professionally for several teams, including the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL), Vienna Vikings (ELF), Philadelphia Stars (USFL), Pittsburgh Maulers (USFL), and Memphis Showboats (USFL).
April 19, 1998: Birth of Diondre Overton
Diondre Overton was born on April 19, 1998.
2016: Overton's First National Championship
Diondre Overton was part of the Clemson Tigers team that won the national championship in 2016.
2016: Overton's Freshman Year at Clemson
In 2016, Overton began his college football career at Clemson University, choosing them over several other schools. He had a remarkable debut, scoring a touchdown on his very first catch.
2017: Overton's Sophomore Season
Overton continued to contribute to the Clemson Tigers in 2017, playing in 14 games and making 14 catches for 178 yards.
2018: Overton's Second National Championship
Diondre Overton won his second national championship with the Clemson Tigers in 2018.
2018: Overton's Junior Year Contributions
In 2018, Diondre Overton played in 14 games for Clemson, catching 14 passes for 199 yards and scoring three touchdowns.
2019: Overton's Senior Year at Clemson
In 2019, Overton had a standout senior year at Clemson. He was elected team captain, earned Academic All-ACC honors, and had a career-high 119 receiving yards and three touchdowns against Boston College.
2020: Overton Out of Football
Overton did not play professional football during the 2020 season.
May 21, 2022: Overton Sidelined with Hamstring Injury
On May 21, 2022, Overton was ruled inactive for the Philadelphia Stars game due to a hamstring strain.
October 4, 2023: Overton Signs with Pittsburgh Maulers
On October 4, 2023, Overton signed with the Pittsburgh Maulers of the USFL. The team later folded when the USFL merged with the XFL.
January 5, 2024: Overton Selected by Memphis Showboats
On January 5, 2024, Diondre Overton was selected by the Memphis Showboats in the UFL dispersal draft.
September 7, 2024: Clemson Announces Overton's Passing
On September 7, 2024, Clemson University announced the passing of Diondre Overton at the age of 26.
September 2024: Death of Diondre Overton
Diondre Overton passed away in September 2024.
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