Dick Compton
American football player (born 1940)
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Richard Lee Compton (born April 16, 1940) is an American former professional football player who was a split end for the Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL) and Houston Oilers of the American Football League (AFL). He played college football for the McMurry War Hawks.[1]
PositionSplit end
BornApril 16, 1940
Colorado City, Texas, U.S.
Colorado City, Texas, U.S.
DiedFebruary 9, 2025
Irving, Texas, U.S.
Irving, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Split end |
| Personal information | |
| Born | April 16, 1940 Colorado City, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | February 9, 2025 Irving, Texas, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Colorado (TX) |
| College | McMurry |
| Career history | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
