Jeff Richardson (American football) facts for kids
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| Position: | Offensive lineman | ||||
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| Born: | September 1, 1944 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 250 lb (113 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Johnstown (PA) | ||||
| College: | Michigan State | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 1967 / Round: 6 / Pick: 146 | ||||
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Jeffrey "Jeff" Richardson (born September 1, 1944) is a former American football player. He played as an offensive lineman, which means he was part of the team's offense and helped block defenders to protect the quarterback and clear paths for running backs. Jeff played for three seasons in the American Football League (AFL) with the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins.
Jeff Richardson's Early Football Days
Jeff Richardson was born on September 1, 1944. He grew up in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, where he attended Greater Johnstown High School. It was there that he first started playing football.
After high school, Jeff continued his football journey at Michigan State University. He played college football for the Michigan State Spartans. During his time in college, he was recognized as a talented player. In 1966, he was named to the Second-team All-Big Ten, which means he was one of the best players in his college conference.
Becoming a Pro Football Player
In 1967, Jeff Richardson was chosen to play professional football. He was picked by the New York Jets in the sixth round of the 1967 NFL/AFL draft. The draft is a special event where professional teams select new players from colleges.
Jeff played for the New York Jets during the 1967 and 1968 seasons. He was an important part of their offensive line.
Winning the Super Bowl
The biggest moment of Jeff Richardson's career came in 1969. He was a member of the New York Jets team that won Super Bowl III. This was a huge victory for the Jets, as they beat the heavily favored Baltimore Colts. Winning the Super Bowl is one of the highest achievements in American football.
After his time with the Jets, Jeff Richardson played one more season in the AFL. In 1969, he joined the Miami Dolphins. He played a total of 28 games during his professional career.
