Willie Rodgers
American football player (1949–1998)
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Willie Daniel Rodgers Jr. (February 8, 1949 – September 17, 1998) is an American former professional football running back who played for the Houston Oilers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Kentucky State Thorobreds.[1][2][3]
PositionRunning back
BornFebruary 8, 1949
Suffolk, Virginia, U.S.
Suffolk, Virginia, U.S.
DiedSeptember 17, 1998 (aged 49)
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
| No. 34 | |
|---|---|
| Position | Running back |
| Personal information | |
| Born | February 8, 1949 Suffolk, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | September 17, 1998 (aged 49) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | John F. Kennedy (Suffolk) |
| College | Kentucky State |
| NFL draft | 1972: 12th round, 290th overall pick |
| Career history | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |