Woody Peoples facts for kids
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| Position: | Guard |
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| Born: | August 16, 1943 Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. |
| Died: | October 12, 2010 (aged 67) Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 252 lb (114 kg) |
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| College: | Grambling |
| Undrafted: | 1965 |
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Woodrow "Woody" Peoples, Jr. (born August 16, 1943 – died October 12, 2010) was a strong and skilled American football player. He played as an offensive lineman, a position that helps protect the quarterback and clear paths for runners. Woody played for 13 years in the National Football League (NFL).
He was a standout player from Grambling State University. Even though he was not picked in the NFL draft, he worked hard to become a two-time Pro Bowler. He also helped his team reach the championship.
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Meet Woody Peoples
Woody Peoples was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He grew up loving football. He played college football at Grambling State University. Woody was known for his dedication and strength. These qualities helped him become a professional player.
His Amazing Football Career
Woody Peoples had a long and successful career in the NFL. He played for two main teams. He started with the San Francisco 49ers. Later, he joined the Philadelphia Eagles.
Playing for the 49ers
Woody played for the San Francisco 49ers from 1968 to 1977. During his time with the 49ers, he became a very important player. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl twice. Being a Pro Bowler means he was one of the best players in his position. This showed how good he was at playing offensive guard.
Joining the Eagles
After playing for the 49ers, Woody moved to the Philadelphia Eagles. He played for the Eagles from 1978 to 1980. In 1980, he was part of the Eagles team that won the National Football Conference (NFC) championship. This was a big achievement for the team and for Woody. It meant they were the best team in their conference.
Hall of Fame Honor
Woody Peoples was recognized for his great career. In 1989, he was inducted into the American Football Association's Semi Pro Football Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates his lasting impact on the sport. It shows how much he was respected as a player.
