Anthony Lucas (American football)

Anthony Lucas (born November 20, 1976) is an American former football wide receiver. He played college football at Arkansas. He was selected in the fourth round (114th overall) of the 2000 NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL).

Early life
Lucas was born in Tallulah, Louisiana to Gerald and Rena Lucas. He then attended McCall High School before attending the University of Arkansas.

As a freshman in 1995, Lucas appeared in 11 games, and recorded 27 receptions for 526 yards and four touchdowns. His sophomore season in 1996 was cut short during the season opener where we recorded three receptions for 32 yards before being injured and missing the rest of the season. As a redshirt sophomore in 1997, he again appeared in 11 games, recording 27 receptions for 495 yards and four touchdowns. He also carried the ball one time for three yards. As a redshirt junior in 1998 he appeared in 10 games and recorded 43 receptions for 1,004 yards and 10 touchdowns. As a redshirt senior in 1999, he appeared in 10 games and recorded 37 receptions for 822 yards, and five touchdowns.

In March 2020, Lucas was inducted into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame.

Professional career
Lucas was selected in the fourth round (114th overall) in the 2000 NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers. He spent his entire rookie season on the Packers PUP list. He was released on August 23, 2001. He was then signed to the practice squad. He was released from the practice squard on September 3. The next day he was signed by the Dallas Cowboys. On August 13, 2002, he was placed on injured reserve.

Personal life
As of 2020, Lucas was married to his wife Devae, and they have two daughters, Kassidy and Kaylee.