Jim Washington (Canadian football) facts for kids
| Date of birth: | October 13, 1951 |
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| Place of birth: | Charleston, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Date of death: | June 24, 2018 (aged 66) |
| Place of death: | Charleston, South Carolina, U.S. |
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Career information
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| CFL status: | Import |
| Position(s): | RB |
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Weight: | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| College: | Clemson |
| NFL Draft: | 1974 / Round: 6 / Pick: 131 |
| Drafted by: | Kansas City Chiefs |
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Career highlights and awards
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| CFL All-Star: | 1976, 1977 |
| CFL West All-Star: | 1976, 1977 |
Jim "Jay" Washington (October 13, 1951 – June 24, 2018) was an American professional football player. He was a talented running back who played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Jim was known for his speed and skill on the field.
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Jim Washington's Early Life and College Football
Jim Washington was born in Charleston, South Carolina, on October 13, 1951. He grew up loving football. He went to college at Clemson University, where he played for the Clemson Tigers football team. His strong performance in college helped him get noticed by professional teams.
Becoming a Professional Football Player
After college, Jim was chosen in the 1974 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. He was picked in the 6th round. Soon after, he began his professional career in the CFL.
Playing Career in the CFL
Jim Washington spent most of his career playing as a running back. A running back is a player whose main job is to carry the football. They try to run past defenders to gain yards for their team.
Time with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Jim joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1974. He quickly became a key player for the team. He played with the Blue Bombers for six seasons, from 1974 to 1979. During this time, he showed how good he was at running with the ball.
Later Career with the Saskatchewan Roughriders
In 1980, Jim Washington played for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. This was his final season in professional football.
Awards and Achievements
Jim Washington earned several important awards during his career. He was named a CFL All-Star two times. This means he was recognized as one of the best players in the entire league. He received this honor in both 1976 and 1977.
He also won the Eddie James Memorial Trophy in both 1976 and 1977. This award is given to the player who gains the most rushing yards in the CFL West Division. Jim's impressive running skills helped him win this award twice.
By the end of his career, Jim Washington had rushed for a total of 6,127 yards. This is a very high number of yards gained by running with the football.
Jim Washington's Legacy
Jim "Jay" Washington passed away on June 24, 2018, in Charleston, South Carolina. He is remembered as a talented running back and a two-time CFL All-Star. His achievements on the field left a lasting mark in Canadian football history.
