In 1984, his teammates named him as Special Teams Captain after the career ending injury to team mate Bill Cowher. During that season, he played in every game leading the Eagles with 42 special teams tackles and three kick off returns for 40 yards. In 1985, Everett had 32 special teams tackles and was selected as the NFC Alternate to the Pro Bowl for Special Teams. Additionally, Everett received the Philadelphia Eagles Outstanding Special Teams Award in 1983, 1984, and 1985. Everett was instrumental in redefining the special teams role in professional football, helping to raise the profile of special teams players. In 1986, Everett joined coach Marty Schottenheimer's Cleveland Browns in week eight and contributed with 18 special teams tackles and a fumble recovery under Special Teams coach Bill Cowher. Everett had three special teams tackles in the exciting AFC Championship game dubbed "The Drive" against the Denver Broncos that season. Everett completed his professional career with the Atlanta Falcons in 1987 where he played on all specialty units, even forcing a fumble from Cowboys kick-off return player, that led to a touchdown in a victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Statistics Post-NFL career Everett is the president and founder of Maj Thirty Nine, Inc., a real estate investment and development firm. In 1995, he established The Major Everett Foundation and remains active in the National Football League Players Association. Major and his wife, Valarie, actively participate in NFL events for retired players and their spouses in the Atlanta and Philadelphia areas. He supports many philanthropic efforts in the community where needed, particularly benefiting youth and educational opportunities, and health and wellness initiatives. Honors Everett was inducted into the Mississippi College Athletic Hall of Fame in 1998. Everett served on the Mississippi College Board of Trustees from 2006 to 2012. Personal life Everett was born and raised in New Hebron, Mississippi, as one of eight children (five brothers and two sisters) of Carlie and Velmon Everett. In April 1984, the town of New Hebron recognized his accomplishments with a Major Everett Day. He married Valarie Barrett in May 1988; they have two sons, Major Everett, II (b. 1991) and C. Myles Everett (b. 1994). Major also has a son, Brian Gale (b. 1979). The Everetts share their time between Mississippi, Georgia and Pennsylvania. References External links Major Everett at databaseFootball Major Everett at Pro Football Reference Major Everett at The