Carl Capria
American football player (born 1952)
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Carl Capria (born June 8, 1952) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Detroit Lions in 1974 and for the New York Jets in 1975.[1][2]
PositionDefensive back
BornJune 8, 1952
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight185 lb (84 kg)
| No. 46, 29 | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive back |
| Personal information | |
| Born | June 8, 1952 The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Franklin Square (NY) H. Frank Carey |
| College | Purdue |
| NFL draft | 1974: 5th round, 117th overall pick |
| Career history | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Capria was an All-American sprinter for the Purdue Boilermakers track and field team, finishing 3rd in the 4 × 100 meters relay at the 1972 NCAA University Division Outdoor Track and Field Championships.[3]