Jim Evenson
American gridiron football player (1947–2008)
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James Lee Evenson (January 9, 1947 – January 30, 2008) was an American professional football running back who played seven seasons in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the British Columbia Lions[1] and Ottawa Rough Riders. Evenson won the Eddie James Memorial Trophy in 1971. He was a part of the Rough Riders 1973 Grey Cup winning team. Evenson played college football at University of Oregon. He finished his career with a brief stint with the Portland Thunder of the up-start WFL, where he rushed for 439 yards on 99 carries scoring one touchdown. Evenson also caught 18 passes for 108 yards.[2] Evenson died on January 30, 2008, at the age of 61.[3]
PositionRunning back
BornJanuary 9, 1947
Hillsboro, Oregon, U.S.
Hillsboro, Oregon, U.S.
DiedJanuary 30, 2008 (aged 61)
Portland, Oregon, U.S.
Portland, Oregon, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Running back |
| Personal information | |
| Born | January 9, 1947 Hillsboro, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | January 30, 2008 (aged 61) Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 230 lb (104 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Oregon |
| NFL draft | 1970: 4th round, 90th overall pick |
| Career history | |
| 1968–1972 | BC Lions |
| 1973–1974 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| 1975 | Portland Thunder - WFL |
| Awards and highlights | |
