Richard Jordan (American football) facts for kids
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| Position: | Linebacker | ||||
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| Born: | December 1, 1974 Holdenville, Oklahoma, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 252 lb (114 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Vian (OK) | ||||
| College: | Missouri Southern | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 1997 / Round: 7 / Pick: 239 | ||||
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Richard Lamont Jordan, born on December 1, 1974, is a former American football player. He played as a linebacker, a position where players stop the opposing team. Richard was part of the National Football League (NFL) for teams like the Detroit Lions and the Kansas City Chiefs.
He was first chosen by the Detroit Lions in the 1997 NFL draft. Before playing professionally, he played college football at Missouri Southern State University. Today, Richard lives in Alpharetta, Georgia, and is even starting an improv comedy group!
Playing in the NFL
Richard Jordan began his professional football career when the Detroit Lions picked him in the 1997 NFL draft. He played for the Lions for a few seasons, from 1997 to 1999.
Later, Richard also joined the Kansas City Chiefs in 2001 and 2002. He then returned to play for the Detroit Lions again in 2002.
