Ted Vincent facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive tackle | ||
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| Born: | August 10, 1956 O'Fallon, Missouri, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) | ||
| Weight: | 262 lb (119 kg) | ||
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| College: | Wichita State | ||
| NFL Draft: | 1978 / Round: 3 / Pick: 72 | ||
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Theodore Michael Vincent, known as Ted, is a former American football player. He played as a defensive tackle, a special position on the defense. Ted played for three seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He was part of the Cincinnati Bengals and the San Francisco 49ers teams. Ted was born on August 10, 1956.
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Ted Vincent's Football Journey
College Football Days
Before joining the professional league, Ted Vincent played college football. He played for Wichita State University. College football is a big part of American sports. It's where many young athletes show their skills before trying to play professionally.
Joining the NFL
In 1978, Ted Vincent was chosen in the 1978 NFL draft. The NFL draft is an event where professional teams pick new players from colleges. Ted was picked by the Cincinnati Bengals in the third round. This meant he was one of the top players chosen that year.
Playing as a Defensive Tackle
Ted played as a defensive tackle. This position is very important in football. Defensive tackles try to stop the other team's offense. They often try to tackle the quarterback or block runs. Ted played for the Bengals in 1978. Then, he moved to the San Francisco 49ers. He played for the 49ers in 1979 and 1980.
