Dave Levenick

David John Levenick is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League. He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the 12th round of the 1982 NFL draft.

Early life

Levenick attended Grafton [High School (Wisconsin)|Grafton High School] in Grafton, Wisconsin. For his senior season, he was named to the United Press International All-state team. That off season, he appeared in the inaugural Wisconsin High School Shrine game, recording 12 tackles.
As a freshman, at the University of Wisconsin, Leveneck was part of what head coach John Jardine called a "tremendous" recruiting class. In 1978, he appeared in 11 games, and started two in relief of injured starter Dave Crossen. In 1979, he was named a starter, replacing Crossen. In November 1981, the Wisconsin players voted him team MVP for the season. As a senior, he tied Tim Krumrie with 114 total tackles. For the season, Levenick was named Second-team All-Conference.

Professional career

Levenick was selected in the 12th round of the 1982 NFL draft by the Atlanta Falcons. In early May 1982, he signed his rookie contract.
On August 28, 1984, he was waived by the Falcons. On September 4, 1984, was placed on injured reserve.