Stallworth played at Washington State for four seasons, from 1986 to 1989. As a sophomore, Stallworth emerged as a top receiver for the Cougars and also served as a return specialist, fielding 17 punts for 135 yards and taking 10 kickoffs for 142 yards. Stallworth broke out in his junior season, catching 55 passes for 1,031 yards and eight touchdowns. He led the Pac-10 in receiving yards, tied for the lead in touchdowns, and was named to the second-team All-Pac-10 team.[2]
Stallworth caught 117 passes for 2,130 yards and 16 touchdowns over the course of his collegiate career.[3] He ranks ninth in program history in career receiving yards.
Stallworth was selected in the fourth round by the Los Angeles Rams in the 1980 NFL Draft.[4] He signed with the team, but failed to make the final roster.[5]
Denver Broncos
Stallworth spent the majority of the 1990 season on the Denver Broncos practice squad, where he served as a member of the scout team, mimicking opposing receivers like Seattle's Brian Blades and Oakland's Tim Brown.[6] He was activated ahead of the team's Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers.[7] Stallworth was targeted once on a trick play by Bobby Humphrey, but the ball was knocked out of his hands before he could secure it for a touchdown.
He was waived by the Broncos on August 20, 1991.[8]