Vince Driver (born October 22, 1968) is a former American football safety who played four seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the New Orleans Saints.
Early Life and College Career
Born in Longview, Texas, Driver attended Longview High School. After high school, he played college football for the University of Idaho Vandals. During his time at Idaho, Driver was a standout defensive back, earning recognition for his speed and coverage skills.
Professional Career
Driver was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the fifth round (132nd overall) of the 1991 NFL Draft. He quickly made an impact, primarily as a special teams contributor and a backup safety.
- New Orleans Saints (1991–1994): Driver played in 58 games over his four-season NFL career, all with the Saints. He was a reliable presence on special teams units, contributing to their success. As a defensive back, he provided depth and occasional starts, demonstrating solid tackling and pass defense abilities.
Driver's professional career concluded after the 1994 NFL season.
Career Statistics (NFL Regular Season)
| Year | Team | Games Played | Interceptions | Sacks | Forced Fumbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | NO | 15 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 1992 | NO | 15 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 1993 | NO | 14 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 1994 | NO | 14 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 58 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
(Note: Official NFL statistics may vary slightly depending on the source, especially for specialized categories like tackles from that era.)
Legacy
Vince Driver is remembered as a dedicated special teams player and a depth safety who contributed to the New Orleans Saints during the early 1990s.