John Moyer (American football)


John Moyer is a former American football defensive lineman known mostly for his time with the Chicago Rush of the Arena Football League. He played college football at Eastern Illinois. As a member of the Rush, Moyer was a four-time All-Arena selection from 2002 to 2005, while also twice earning All-Ironman Team honors and being named the Lineman of the Year in 2004.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

Moyer signed with the Indianapolis Colts after going undrafted in the 1997 NFL Draft, but he was waived before the season started.

Florida Bobcats

From 1999 to 2001, Moyer played with the Florida Bobcats of the Arena Football League. Moyer played both offensive and defensive line.

Chicago Rush

On December 10, 2001, Moyer was selected by the Chicago Rush in the dispersal draft. From 2002 to 2008, Moyer played with the Rush. As a member of the Rush, Moyer was a four-time All-Arena selection from 2002 to 2005, while also twice earning All-Ironman Team honors and being named the Lineman of the Year in 2004. On May 29, 2011, the Rush retired Moyer's #99 jersey.