Post-OSU Update: Orlando Lowry was not selected in the 1985 NFL Draft. He did catch on with Indianapolis that year, though, and played 16 games as a rookie. Lowry played 67 games (four starts) across five NFL seasons. (updated: Apr. 2024)

Major: Restaurant Management (1983), Business Administration (1980-82)

Weight: 228 (1981-83), 222 (1980)

1983 Media Guide: Orlando Lowry and Byron Lee will battle for a starting spot … runs the 40 in 4.81.

1982: Started five games and played a total of 145 minutes … made 37 tackles, including two for lost yardage.

1982 Media Guide: Figures to start because of his maturity … difficult to block because of his body balance and quickness … runs the 40 in 4.73.

1981: Saw action in ten games, but did not start.

1981 Media Guide: Is a strong candidate to start now that both 1980 regulars have graduated … timed at 4.75 in the 40 … is strong physically, especially in the upper body.

1980: Played briefly in five games, chiefly with the specialty teams … was not able to see much game action because there was exceptional ability and depth at the outside linebacker positions.

1980 Media Guide: Described as “quick, strong and aggressive” by Cleveland area writers.

High School: Twice won all-Ohio honors at Shaker Heights High … won nine high school letters (football, basketball and track) … once recovered a fumble and raced 40 yards to score … captained the football and basketball teams … played offensive tackle and defensive end in high school … as a senior, Shaker Heights won its first league title in 30 years.

Personal: Hobby is model railroads … admires Jack Lambert and an older brother, Quentin.