Jimmy Woods (American football)
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PositionsCenter, tackle, guard
BornMay 5, 1894
Jamestown, New York, U.S.
Jamestown, New York, U.S.
DiedDecember 3, 1966 (aged 72)
Salamanca, New York, U.S.
Salamanca, New York, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
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| Positions | Center, tackle, guard | ||||
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| Born | May 5, 1894 Jamestown, New York, U.S. | ||||
| Died | December 3, 1966 (aged 72) Salamanca, New York, U.S. | ||||
| Listed height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) | ||||
| Listed weight | 196 lb (89 kg) | ||||
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James John Woods (May 5, 1894 – December 3, 1966,[1] or August 6, 1896 - June 13, 1975[2]) was an American football player. A native of Jamestown, New York, he played professional football a center, tackle, and guard for the Rochester Jeffersons in the earliest years of the National Football League (NFL). He appeared in 13 or 22 NFL games between 1920 and 1924.[1][2] Prior to playing professional football, he worked as an electrical welder.[3] After retiring from football, he lived in Salamanca, New York, and worked for Prudential Insurance Co.[4]