Doug Sutherland (American football)
American football player (1948–2022)
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Douglas A. Sutherland (August 1, 1948 – April 5, 2022) was an American professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL).
Superior, Wisconsin, U.S.
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| Position | Defensive tackle | ||||
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| Born | August 1, 1948 Superior, Wisconsin, U.S. | ||||
| Died | April 5, 2022 (aged 73) | ||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||
| Listed weight | 250 lb (113 kg) | ||||
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| High school | Superior | ||||
| College | UW–Superior | ||||
| NFL draft | 1970 (14th round, 348th overall pick) | ||||
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Career
He played college football at the University of Wisconsin–Superior in his hometown of Superior, Wisconsin.[1] He was selected in the 14th round of the 1970 NFL draft with the New Orleans Saints.[2] He became a part of the famous Purple People Eaters for the Minnesota Vikings from 1971 through 1980, primarily filling in for Gary Larsen in 1975.[3] He played in Super Bowls VIII, IX and XI. He finished his NFL career in 1981 with the Seattle Seahawks.
In his career, Sutherland recorded 29 sacks.[4]
Death
Sutherland died on April 5, 2022 at the age of 73.[5]
