Nate Simpson facts for kids
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| Position: | Running back | ||||||||||
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| Born: | November 30, 1954 Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||||||
| Weight: | 189 lb (86 kg) | ||||||||||
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| High school: | East Nashville (TN) | ||||||||||
| College: | Tennessee State | ||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1977 / Round: 5 / Pick: 122 | ||||||||||
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Nate Simpson, born on November 30, 1954, is a former American football player. He played as a running back in the National Football League (NFL). The NFL is the top professional football league in the United States. Nate was chosen by the Green Bay Packers in the 1977 NFL Draft. He played for the Packers for three seasons.
Nate Simpson's Football Journey
Nate Simpson was born in Nashville, Tennessee. He grew up loving football. He played high school football at East Nashville Magnet School. After high school, Nate went on to play college football. He played for the Tennessee State University team. Playing in college helped him get ready for the big leagues.
Becoming a Pro Player
Nate Simpson was a talented player. In 1977, he entered the NFL Draft. This is where NFL teams choose new players. The Green Bay Packers picked Nate in the fifth round. He was the 122nd player chosen overall. This was a big moment for him. It meant he would get to play professional football.
Playing in the NFL
Nate Simpson joined the Green Bay Packers in 1977. He played as a running back. A running back's job is to run with the football. They try to gain yards and score touchdowns. Nate played for the Packers from 1977 to 1979. He carried the ball 153 times during his career. He gained 497 rushing yards. He also caught 17 passes for 69 receiving yards. Nate scored one touchdown during his time in the NFL. After his time with the Packers, he also played briefly for the Chicago Bears in 1981.
