John Rade, was a linebacker in the NFL from 1983 to 1991.Was a 8th round draft choice in 1983. In 1988 John led his team in tackles with 137 for the second straight year. He had 4 100 plus tackle seasons in 6 years. Rade played for the Atlanta Falcons from 1983 to 1990 posting a career high 145 tackles in 1990.

Rade attended Boise State University.