Charles Arbuckle is a former NFL Tight End. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints and was a member of the Indianapolis Colts.
After his professional football career ended, “Buck” began his television broadcasting career as an analyst and studio host for ESPN and ESPNU. He spent several seasons as a primary contributor to The Experts and SportsCenter U shows. His experience has given him opportunities to cover the SEC, ACC, Big East, MEAC & SWAC conferences, as well as covering the Bayou Classic for NBC Sports. He is currently an analyst for NFL games on SportsUSA Radio Network – where he has been a contributor since 2005. And he also is an analyst for SiriusXM Radio’s football broadcasts.
The 2-time All American graduated from UCLA, where he played three seasons at the Tight End position. While there, he played in the Aloha, Cotton, and Freedom Bowls.
He is passionate about the game at all levels, and the Annual Carolinas Football Showcase is his way of spotlighting high school student-athletes for DII and DIII opportunities.