Jeff Severson

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Jeffrey Kent Severson (born September 16, 1949) is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins, Houston Oilers, Denver Broncos, and the St. Louis Cardinals. He played college football for the Long Beach State 49ers and was selected in the 12th round of the 1971 NFL draft. Severson played in Super Bowl VII.

Born (1949-09-16) September 16, 1949 (age 76)
Fargo, North Dakota, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight183 lb (83 kg)
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Jeff Severson
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PositionDefensive back
Personal information
Born (1949-09-16) September 16, 1949 (age 76)
Fargo, North Dakota, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight183 lb (83 kg)
Career information
CollegeLong Beach State
NFL draft1971: 12th round, 297th overall pick
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Sacks1
Fumble recoveries3
Interceptions6
Stats at Pro Football Reference
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Jeff also coached with Pro Football Hall of Fame Coach George Allen at Long Beach State for the 1990 season.

Additionally, Severson was in the 1986 film The Best of Times, with Robin Williams and Kurt Russell. He played Johnny O, a football player for the opposing Bakersfield team.


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