South Carolina State University Athletics

Williston, SC (Lancaster, SC)  – Had a standout career as a defensive back (safety) for the Bulldogs during his undergraduate years…Became a starter and All-MEAC performer after transferring from North Greenville University…Stepped into a starting role for the Bulldogs in 2007 following a preseason injury to SC State standout defender Marshall McFadden…Went on to earn All-MEAC honors during a stellar career for the Bulldogs…Started three seasons for SC State and was one of the top safeties in the conference…His outstanding play caught the eyes of a number of National Football League teams, including the Atlanta Falcons who signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2010…Went on to play nine seasons in the NFL with Atlanta, Denver, New Orleans, Detroit and Buffalo…Played in 91 NFL games, 25 as a starter…His career NFL stat line included 242 total tackles, three interceptions, three fumble recoveries and one defensive TD…Had his best season in 2014 with the Saints, recording 56 total tackles and two tackles for loss…Also had a stellar season in 2016 at Detroit with 53 tackles and two tackles for loss…Was an NFL playoff participant with New Orleans for two seasons, participating in eight contests, with four starts…Bush retired after the 2019 season…His wife Tonya, a twin, played softball for the SCSU Lady Bulldogs.