John Mangum (defensive back)
John Wayne Mangum Jr. (born March 16, 1967), is an American former professional football player who played in 9 NFL seasons from 1990–1998 for the Chicago Bears. He played collegiately at Alabama and holds the career record for passes broken up (47). Early life. John Wayne Mangum Jr. was born on March 16, 1967 in Magee, Mississippi. His father is John Mangum Sr. (1942-1994), a former football player best known as the defensive tackle for the Boston Patriots from 1966–1967. He is the brother of former NFL football player Kris Mangum, best known as the  tight end for the Carolina Panthers from 1997–2006. Professional career. Mangum was a sixth-round draft choice and played for the Chicago Bears between 1990 and 1998. He finished his Bears career with 272 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 5 interceptions, and 2 forced fumbles. Personal. John Mangum currently works in Jackson, Mississippi as a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor for CapTrust independent investment advisor and asset management firm. He is the father of three children: Bailey, Abbey and Jake. His son Jake is an outfielder in the New York Mets organization.