Tamburello was recruited by Paul "Bear" Bryant to play college football for Alabama, but decided to play for Auburn. He played for the Tigers from 1983 to 1986. In 1986, he was named a unanimous All-American. He won the SEC Lineman of the Year award in 1986 and was named a team captain.[1]
Professional career
Philadelphia Eagles
Tamburello was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round (65th overall) of the 1987 NFL draft.[2] He played for the Eagles from 1987 to 1991.
After football
Tamburello works in real estate and resides in Birmingham with his wife, Katy, and his three children: Ben III, Anna and Julia.[1]